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Passive smoking means breathing other people's second-hand tobacco smoke. Passive smoking increases the risk of serious illness in both children and adults.

Immediate family have the right to refuse a hospital post mortem of the deceased and can object to a coronial post mortem.

Exposure to second-hand smoke increases the risk of children developing asthma and provokes more frequent asthma in children with asthma.

Miscarriage, stillbirth or neonatal death is a shattering event for those expecting a baby. Grief and anxiety about subsequent pregnancies are common in these circumstances but counselling can help.

You can reduce your baby's risk of sudden unexpected death by providing a safe sleeping environment and avoiding tobacco smoke.

The first few days after giving birth are a time for resting, looking after yourself and learning about your baby.

Most injuries to babies do not occur by chance - many are predictable and largely preventable.

When someone dies, it will help you to have a written plan of what you need to do including who you need to contact.

Palliative care for children provides physical, emotional, social and spiritual support to newborns, infants, children and young people with a life-limiting condition and their families.