Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 15267
Childbirth
Tabled: 20 November 2024
Answered: 28 November 2024
Question
Dr Caroline Johnson
Conservative — Sleaford and North Hykeham
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to reduce perineal injury during vaginal deliveries.
Answer
Karin SmythIntegrated care boards are rolling out the Perinatal Pelvic Health Services (PPHS) across England, to reduce the rates of perineal tears and improve outcomes for women. A national service specification was published in October 2023 that set out the expect...
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