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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Haroon Siddique

NHS scheme to prevent brain injuries in childbirth extended across England

A newborn baby being checked by nurses
In 2021 there were 2,490 babies who had at least one episode of care for a brain injury during or after birth. Photograph: Jeff Gilbert/Alamy

An NHS programme to boost maternity safety and prevent brain injuries during childbirth is to be rolled out across England.

The avoiding brain injuries in childbirth (ABC) programme is designed to help maternity staff better identify signs that a baby is in distress during labour so they can act quickly.

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