Awards for unsung miracle workers

MIDWIVES, doctors, nurses and paramedics in Oldham who have helped to save the lives of premature babies are to be honoured in a nationwide campaign.

Children’s charity Baby Lifeline has launched a search for unsung heroes from across the country who have helped to save the lives of special care babies.

This is Baby Lifeline’s second UK MUM (Maternity Unit Miracles) Awards for parents to nominate medical staff who helped to save their little bundles of joy.

Medical staff in Oldham could be one of nine regional winners from which the national winner will be chosen.

Judy Ledger, who founded the charity more than 27 years ago after losing three premature babies, said: “Whether it’s a midwife who went that extra mile, a surgeon whose skill saved a life, a nurse who nurtured a struggling little one, or a whole team effort, we want to hear about it.”

“The awards will enable mums and dads to show how much they appreciate the great work of these healthcare professionals who don’t seek any recognition for themselves.”

The charity’s vice president and former “Coronation Street” star Kate Ford, who played Tracy Barlow, was a premature baby herself and weighed just four pounds when she was born. She said: “The people who work in these units are unsung heroes.”

For a nomination form, contact www.babylifeline.org.uk