Perinatal and Maternal Mortality Review Committee

The Perinatal and Maternal Mortality Review Committee (PMMRC) is an independent committee that advises the Minster of Health on how to reduce the number of deaths of babies and mothers in New Zealand.

PMMRC was established in June 2005 under sections 11 and 18 of the New Zealand Health and Disability Act 2000. The Committee met for the first time in August 2005. Read more about us.

News and Updates

13 Mar 09: Second Report to the Minister of Health: July 2007 to June 2008
This is the PMMRC's Second Annual Report to the Minister of Health. This report provides an accurate estimate of the absolute numbers and rates of perinatal and maternal deaths in New Zealand, describes the risk factors for perinatal death, and attempts to identify where the attention of maternity and neonatal services might be focused to prevent perinatal and maternal deaths.

13 Mar 09: Media release: Improved system for reviewing deaths of newborn babies and mothers
Chair of the Perinatal and Maternal Mortality Review Committee, Professor Cynthia Farquhar, said the report released today presents the most accurate data available on the number of deaths of mothers and babies. It’s been a collaborative effort, with information gathered from Lead Maternity Carers, local coordinators and clinicians from the District Health Boards.

2 Feb 09: Summary from the Maternal Mental Health Workshop - now available

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Page last updated: 13 March 2009