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Babies born to black mothers 81% more likely to die in neonatal care, NHS study shows Analysis of England and Wales units also finds 63% higher risk to babies whose mothers live in most deprived areas Babies born to black mothers in England and Wales and those from the most deprived areas are significantly more likely to die while in neonatal units, according to analysis revealing the “deeply concerning” figures. The study, led by academics at the University of Liverpool, examined data on more than 700,000 babies admitted to an NHS neonatal unit across England and Wales between 2012 and 2022. Continue reading... https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/nov/04/babies-born-to-black-mothers-81-more-likely-to-die-in-neonatal-care-nhs-study-shows?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=bluesky&CMP=bsky_gu