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NHS Race and Health Observatory: Ten steps to spot jaundice in black and brown babies (30 January 2025)

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NHS Race and Health Observatory Review of Neonatal Assessment and Practice in Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic Newborns highlighted the need for educational resources to help healthcare professionals assess babies with dark skin tones, who are at higher risk of developing jaundice and experiencing delayed diagnosis and treatment.

This new infographic for health care professionals, “10 Steps to spot Jaundice in Black and Brown babies” was designed by Dr. Helen Gbinigie, Neonatal Consultant at Medway Hospital and Clinical Lead for KM LMNS; and Dr. Oghenetega Edokpolor, ST5 Paediatric Trainee at Medway Hospital, in collaboration with the NHS Race and Health Observatory. It’s a vital tool in pursuing the Observatory’s aims to reduce neonatal ethnic health inequalities.

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Related reading on the hub:

A parents’ guide to recognising jaundice in Black and Brown babies

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    lizpass

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    Wonderful poster. Is there a editable version of the poster to allow own trusts logo at the top? Also is there any other posters is other languages?  

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    Hi @lizpass. Thanks for the comment. The poster has been developed by Dr. Helen Gbinigie, Neonatal Consultant at Medway Hospital and Clinical Lead for KM LMNS; and Dr. Oghenetega Edokpolor, ST5 Paediatric Trainee at Medway Hospital, in collaboration with the NHS Race and Health Observatory. If you contact those organisations, they will be able to advise about different versions available. 

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