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Severe mental illness linked to low attendance at cancer screening

People with severe mental illness are less likely to attend cancer screening compared to those who do not have such conditions, according to new research from the University of Surrey and the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID).

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Wales launches 24-hour support for families living with neurodivergent conditions

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To infinity and beyond: world’s first disabled astronaut rides the ‘vomit comet’

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Fuel poverty fighter: disabled woman challenged government’s weak benefits system

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Coroner warns of autism assessment delays after death of nine-year-old boy

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Coroner warns of severe mental health understaffing following a harrowing suicide case

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Benefits health assessments system continues to let people down, says MPs

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Mental health workforce plan boosted by funding from the Welsh government

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Government unveils controversial plans to help disabled people

Ministers have launched a consultation on their new Disability Action Plan which, on the surface seems to be a great help, but could cut universal credit allowances.