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UK Baby Loss Awareness: Decline in Mortality, Rising Maternal Deaths

10/9/2025

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UK Baby Loss Awareness Week reports 4,870 annual baby deaths, about 13 daily.
Perinatal mortality declined 20% from 2013 to 2023, signaling progress.
Maternal deaths have risen, especially among Black and Asian mothers.
In England, two-thirds of maternity units are rated 'requires improvement' or 'inadequate'.
A new investigation targets ten trusts to improve maternity safety; accountability, not blame, promotes safety.

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Story summary

UK Baby Loss Awareness Week reports 4,870 annual baby deaths, about 13 daily.
Perinatal mortality declined 20% from 2013 to 2023, signaling progress.
Maternal deaths have risen, especially among Black and Asian mothers.
In England, two-thirds of maternity units are rated 'requires improvement' or 'inadequate'.
A new investigation targets ten trusts to improve maternity safety; accountability, not blame, promotes safety.