'From excitement to emptiness': Families affected by largest NHS maternity scandal tell their stories
Summary
A report has revealed serious problems in maternity care at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, involving about 2,500 families. Many babies died or were injured, and the report found that better care might have saved 155 babies and prevented harm to over 500 mothers and babies.Key Facts
- The report covers the largest maternity scandal in NHS history.
- Around 2,500 families were affected by poor care.
- 155 babies may have survived with better care; 105 were seriously injured.
- 520 cases showed significant or major concerns in care quality.
- Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust has apologized and promised improvements.
- Some babies died after care failures, such as delayed intervention or missed warning signs.
- Parents reported distress caused by poor treatment and misinformation.
- The inquiry uncovered efforts to hide problems and mislead families.
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