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Rate of mental disorders among children remained stable in 2021 after previous rise, report shows
A survey published today by NHS Digital found one in six children in England had a probable mental disorder in 2021 – a similar rate to 2020 but an increase from one in nine in 2017.

Annual hospital outpatient report published for 2020/21
NHS Digital has today published annual outpatient figures, covering outpatient activity in the NHS and NHS-commissioned activity in the independent sector.

Annual statistics on sexual and reproductive health services published
NHS Digital has today published the Statistics on Sexual and Reproductive Health Services, England 2020-21 annual report.
Latest hospital admission data published
NHS Digital has today published figures on the number of NHS hospital admissions for 2020-21.
New figures showing safeguarding of vulnerable adults in 2020-21 are published
The latest statistics on safeguarding concerns reported to local authorities in England have been published today by NHS Digital.
Schools asked to support survey on Smoking Drinking and Drug Use among young people in England
NHS Digital is calling on selected secondary schools across England to take part in a statistical survey that will measure the use of alcohol, nicotine and drugs in young people.

Dental and GP earnings data published
Annual statistics on the earnings and expenses of GPs and dentists have been published today by NHS Digital.
Latest statistics on use of Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards in England are published
The latest figures on applications to legally deprive a person of their liberty, where that person lacks the mental capacity to consent to their care or treatment, have been published by NHS Digital today.

NHS Digital receive approval for the pathology information standards
NHS Digital has received approval from the Data Alliance Partnership Board (DAPB) for a new set of pathology information standards

Digital revolution in social care to bring £127m of future improvements
Our Social Care Programme funded new ways of working which will ultimately reduce hospital admissions and GP visits, as well as improve quality of life. This revolution in digital technology is expected to lead to £127m worth of benefits.