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Learning disability care: how to promote cardiovascular health

Cardiovascular conditions are a major cause of avoidable deaths in people with learning disabilities, but nurses can help manage the risks with care and support
Posted 14 March 2024 - 10:00
A young woman with Down’s syndrome makes the shape of a heart
 
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