<p>NHS Digital collects data on finished admission episodes by year and month of admission to hospital, where a primary and secondary diagnosis of malnutrition was recorded. Local health and care providers are responsible for services to address malnutrition based on the needs of the local population. Integrated care boards coordinate and commission health and care services to improve population health and reduce inequalities. There are tools and guidance in place to assist health and social care professionals identify and treat malnutrition and to access appropriate training. In addition, Healthy Start, the Nursery Milk Scheme and the School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme provide nutritional support to more than three million children.</p>