Research using coroners’ reports
We conduct studies to identify trends and concerns raised by coroners to inform public and patient safety, with more than 20 academic publications to date.
Fentanyl patches
Live tracker of coroners’ PFDs involving fentanyl patches since July 2013
Meningococcal disease
Live tracker of deaths from meningococcal disease reported by coroners in England and Wales.
Fentanyl patches
Live tracker of coroners’ PFDs involving fentanyl patches since July 2013
Bereavement
Real-time tracking of deaths following bereavement
Covid-19
Real-time surveillance of pandemic-related harms
Maternity
Live tracking of maternal deaths reported by coroners’
Haemorrhage
Deaths from bleeds reported by coroners in PFDs, published in Public Health.
Tuberculosis
Live tracking of deaths from tuberculosis reported by coroners in England and Wales
Anaphylaxis
Live tracking of fatal anaphylaxis in coroners’ PFDs since July 2013
Thromboembolism
Deaths involving clots reported by coroners, published in Public Health.
Ketamine deaths
Live tracker of coroners’ PFDs due to ketamine since July 2013
Autistic Spectrum Disorder
Deaths reported by coroners in people with autism published in the Journal of Adult Protection.
Suicides & medicines
Suicides involving medicines reported by coroners published in Public Health in Practice.
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We conduct bespoke analyses and studies of coroner reports to identify trends and lessons for improving public safety and reducing avoidable harm.
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