Briefing 02: Mortality in children and young people in the East of England

The current trend in infant mortality in the East compared with the UK as a whole, the contribution of different causes to the total number of deaths, and PCT-specific information on 8 years of combined data.

Review of the health inequalities infant mortality PSA target

This review was established to consider why, despite a general improvement in infant mortality rates, health inequalities in infant mortality between different social groups remain. It identifies a range of issues and makes recommendations relevant to the health inequalities 2010 PSA target. Its recommendations are being shared with the NHS and others before the department issues further guidance.

Choosing health. Born equal? A briefing on inequalities in infant mortality in London

This study reveals a picture of inequalities in infant mortality across London.

Choosing health. Born equal? A report on inequalities in infant mortality in London. A technical report

This report explores the factors that contribute to infant mortality in the capital and ways in which commissioners might monitor the contribution of their local NHS to the national infant mortality target as well as contributing to maternity policy.

Mortality target monitoring: infant mortality, inequalities. Update to include data for 2008

The 2008 annual update on infant mortality rates to monitor progress against the Department of Health infant mortality inequality PSA target.

Implementation plan for reducing health inequalities in infant mortality: A good practice guide

The publication shows how to narrow the health inequalities gap in infant mortality by looking at current examples of best practice.

Perinatal Mental Health Care Pathway

�This regional care pathway provides�guidance for all Health and Social Care (HSC) professionals who come into contact with pregnant women. In addition, each Trust has developed a local adaptation of this pathway for their population.�