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Health - FAQs

Read the answers to some of your frequently asked questions about health.

Healthcare is a very important topic for people with a learning disability , as it is for the rest of the population.

But on average in the UK, people with a learning disability experience poorer health and healthcare than the rest of the general population.

Read the answers to your frequently asked questions below, or alternatively get in touch with our helpline if you have any further queries. 

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Getting the right care in hospital

Find information and guidance on getting the right care for people with a learning disability in hospital. 

Visit our going to hospital page

How to get the support you need

Phone or email our Learning Disability Helpline team for guidance and information about what support we can offer you.

Or why not take a look at our online community? This is a place for parents and family carers of people with a learning disability to share experiences, advice and support.

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