Aston University student paper aims to improve health outcomes for those with learning disabilities

A third-year nursing student at Aston University, has written a paper outlining the health inequalities faced by people with learning difficulties and suggesting achievable ways to mitigate the problems. In the UK, there are thought to be around 1.5m people with learning difficulties with varying levels of need, ranging from people who are fairly independent to […]
‘Landmark strategy’ unveiled to improve the lives of autistic people

Improving the lives of autistic people is the focus of a new multi-million pound strategy launched by the government, backed by £75m investment in its first year. It aims to speed up diagnosis and improve support and care for autistic people. The funding includes £40 million through the NHS Long Term Plan to improve capacity […]