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Severe intellectual disabilities linked to 24-year shorter lifespan
Published Monday, August 17, 2026 · Updated August 17
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Key points are extracted by an AI model and may contain errors or omissions. Always check the original sources.- People with severe or profound intellectual disability died at an average age of 58, compared with 82 for the general population.
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- The Guardian
The article emphasizes the urgent need for the government and NHS to address deep-rooted healthcare inequalities and ensure people with complex needs receive adequate care, particularly those from ethnic minority backgrounds.
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