The National Child Mortality Database

(Accessible) Allergy UK Masterclass - 25/06/25 YouTube video by Allergy UK

House dustmites are a major indoor allergen. In this masterclass for health professionals, Allergy UK shines a spotlight on these pests, explores why they are important from a paediatric perspective, and outlines long-term management and treatment approaches. Watch: www.youtube.com/live/opAGhYK...

Launch webinar: Understanding consanguinity-related child deaths In this webinar Professor Karen Luyt will unpack findings of our latest report, which looks at child deaths related to consanguinity.

And if you'd like to hear more about the report and its findings, you can also register for our report launch, which will take place on Monday 9 March. www.ncmd.info/events/repor...

Understanding consanguinity-related child deaths This report draws on the NCMD's unique data to investigate deaths among children related to consanguinity and genetic disorders

We are pleased to share with you our tenth thematic report which focuses on consanguinity-related child deaths between 2019 and 2023. Read it here, and please share to your networks: www.ncmd.info/publications...

Product Recall: Hobbycraft Giant Box of Craft (2601-0364) Product Recall for Hobbycraft Giant Box of Craft presenting a health risk.

⚠️Alert!⚠️ Following media attention over the weekend, our colleagues at OPSS have issued a product recall of play sand that may have been contaminated with asbestos. Please read more and share widely! www.gov.uk/product-safe...

Today @sstoianova.bsky.social and I went to parliament to join the @rlssuk.bsky.social led APPG on water safety. An excellent meeting using @ncmd.bsky.social data on childhood deaths due to drowning and talking about how we can prevent these tragedies

We're delighted to announce additional spaces for our fully-booked webinar with @ucl.ac.uk 'Understanding and Preventing Child Road Deaths in England'. Coming up 12 Feb, we'll unpack the real stories behind the statistics. More: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/understand... @uclengineering.bsky.social

Deaths in children with learning disabilities and autistic children This report draws on the NCMD's unique data to investigate deaths among children with learning disabilities and autistic children.

Today I had the privilege of speaking at the @acamh.bsky.social conference on @ncmd.bsky.social thematic report: Learning from deaths of children with a learning disability and autistic children. You can read the full report here www.ncmd.info/publications/child-death-learning-disability-autism/

Airway, Breathing or Circulation Failure in Fatal Food Anaphylaxis This study, based on unique NCMD data, examines airway, breathing or circulation failure in fatal food anaphylaxis cases

In our latest academic paper we look at airway, breathing and circulation failure in cases of fatal food anaphylaxis. More:

Get involved: Thematic Report Topic Proposal This is an opportunity to submit proposed topics for future thematic reports for the NCMD's consideration.

Do you have an idea for our next in-depth thematic report? We are now accepting proposals - so if there is an issue close to your heart that you believe may be affecting child health in England, then we want to hear from you! More:

Stay One Step Ahead: Reducing child accidents in the home Join this webinar to find out more about the SOSA programme, an intervention that helps parents and carers make homes safer for children.

An exciting (and free) opportunity for professionals and families to hear about how they can help reduce accidents in the home 👇 @healthinnovation-em.org.uk, @uniofnottingham.bsky.social and other partners will share findings & a free toolkit at a webinar in Feb. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stay-one-s...

Prehospital Care in Fatal Food Anaphylaxis This study, based on unique NCMD data, examines prehospital care in fatal food anaphylaxis cases, with recommendations for emergency services

Our latest paper, published in @wileyonlinelibrary.bsky.social, looks at prehospital care in cases of fatal food anaphylaxis. Building on the data in our thematic report on asthma and anaphylaxis, it provides lessons for #emergencycare: www.ncmd.info/publications... #allergy #allergies

Safety Alert issued for baby sleep pillows OPSS has issued a Safety Alert for baby sleep pillows following child fatalities.

The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has issued a Safety Alert for baby sleep pillows following child fatalities in the UK and overseas. Read it here: www.gov.uk/government/n...

🎄Please note that our offices will be closed for the holidays between 24 December and 4 January inclusive. We look forward to working with you again in the new year.🎄

A festive postcard from the NCMD to all our friends and collaborators

🎄🔔☃️Happy holidays to all our friends and collaborators! 2025 has been a big year for the NCMD, and we are endebted to all the fantastic people we have worked with over that time. We wish you all a restful winter break, and look forward to renewed efforts to improve and save children's lives in 2026.

This week is National Grief Awareness Week, and we're sharing the important work of the @hqip.bsky.social commissioned @ncmd.bsky.social programme: ncmd.info.

Supporting bereaved parents through Christmas Bereaved father Liam Walsh shares his advice on dealing sensitively with bereaved families over Christmas and the holiday season

Acknowledging loss, saying a child’s name, offering support — small acts that matter for families whose child has died, especially at Christmas. Liam Walsh reflects: www.ncmd.info/blog/bereave... #ChildLoss #BereavementSupport

Yesterday we joined @nea.org.uk in Parliament ahead of #FuelPovertyAwarenessDay.
We were honoured to contribute to their recent campaign by providing insight from our national data, highlighting the devastating impact fuel poverty has on children and families.

This week, the NCMD team have been at the ACDRP conference. Thank you to the CDR community for the insightful workshops, and to everyone who joined the discussions with such enthusiasm—sharing experiences and ideas. We’re truly inspired by the work being done across the sector.

A white or olive-skinned woman dressed in a blue shirt is reaching her hands into an incubator in hospital to hold a tiny premature baby. Words overlaid read: World Prematurity Day 2025. Celebrating the achievements of perinatal colleagues across the South West to improve outcomes for premature babies. Logos included for PERIPrem, Health Innovation West of England and Health Innovation South West.

On #WorldPrematurityDay we celebrate our #PERIprem community across the South West.

The latest The National Child Mortality Database report shows we're the only region to achieve the National Maternity Safety Ambition to reduce rate of neonatal deaths to 1 per 1,000 live births.

Thank you! 💜👏💜👏

This year’s data release includes new infographics highlighting the most common modifiable factors. These are factors that, when addressed through an intervention, may reduce the number of children who die. Download them here: lnkd.in/efVETaYs

Yesterday’s charity network meeting was fantastic — thank you to everyone who attended, and a special thanks to @_AutismAction and @SUDCUK1 for your inspiring presentations. We’re leaving energised and full of ideas for future collaboration. #ChildHealth

Child death data release 2025 | National Child Mortality Database Comprehensive child death data between 2024 and 2025, including all children and young people who died in England during the period.

📊 NEW PUBLICATION: Child Death Review Data Release 2025 shows 3,492 child deaths in England. This report summarises child deaths in England up to 31 March 2025. Read in full:👉 Child death data release 2025 | National Child Mortality Database #NCMD #ChildHealth

Deaths of children due to neonatal Herpes Simplex Virus This National Child Mortality Database briefing provides data on deaths of children due to neonatal Herpes Simplex Virus

🚨New NCMD briefing out now: Deaths of Children due to Neonatal Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV).
It shares national findings, key learning & Bella’s Story — helping prevent future deaths through improved awareness & care.
🔗Read: www.ncmd.info/publications...
#ChildHealth #NCMD #NeonatalCare

Listening to Maternity Clinicians: Shaping Safety Communications That Work Listening to Maternity Clinicians: Shaping Safety Communications That Work

📝 New blog: Listening to maternity clinicians – shaping safety communications that work

How do we create messages that resonate with frontline staff and improve care?
Read more 👉 www.ncmd.info/blog/listeni...

Winter mortality Winter mortality in the UK is higher than in some colder European countries. How are deaths during winter monitored, and what evidence exists for interventions to prevent these deaths?

We’re proud that NCMD data has contributed to @POST_UK’s new Winter Mortality POSTnote.
It explores causes, trends & interventions to reduce winter deaths.
Read more 👉 post.parliament.uk/research-bri...
#NCMD #WinterMortality #ChildHealth

Child mortality during winter periods Analysis focusing on the number of child deaths that occurred during winter periods between 2019 and 2023 in comparison to non-winter periods.

📊 New NCMD analysis shows child deaths rise during winter months.
From 2019–24, winter mortality was 6.5% higher, with the sharpest increases linked to infections, deprivation & inequalities.
Read the full report 👉 www.ncmd.info/publications...

When a Child Dies Leaflet When a Child Dies Leaflet for Families and Professionals

📢 The updated leaflet When a Child Dies: A guide for parents and carers is now available.

Developed with bereaved families and NHS England, it reflects important process changes, including the role of medical examiners.

🔗 www.ncmd.info/videos/when-...

OPSS launches new small hazards, big harm campaign Parents urged to be aware of everyday items that pose serious risks when swallowed by young children.

🚨 New campaign alert!

@OPSSgovuk has launched #SmallHazardsBigHarm to help parents & carers spot dangers from everyday items like:
🔋 Button batteries
🧲 Magnets
🍬 Imitation food
🧸 Small toys
📌 Drawing pins & more
www.gov.uk/government/n...
#ChildSafety #Parenting #OPSS

BBC News report using NCMD data BBC News report clip. 13 child deaths as a result of falls from windows. News report referencing NCMD data.

Watch the BBC News report using NCMD data: revealing that 13 children have tragically died from window falls in rented or temporary housing since 2019. A powerful investigation—thanks to BBC News for reporting this. ➡️ www.ncmd.info/videos/bbc-n... Please share to raise awareness.

Stark new data from @ncmd.bsky.social shows just how unsafe rented or temporary accommodation can be for families and the serious risk it poses to children's lives.

We urge the Government to take immediate measures to ensure that families' stay in TA is as short and safe as possible.