Before #COVID, people with a #LearningDisability were more likely to die avoidably and die younger.

This data shows pandemic's impact - the COVID death rate of people with a learning disability is estimated to be three to four times higher than the general population. 1/3 https://twitter.com/PHE_uk/status/1326826531210096641

The government has failed to protect some of our most vulnerable citizens.

For our full response to the @PHE_uk data, please see our website:
https://www.mencap.org.uk/press-release/phe-report-deaths-people-learning-disability-government-has-failed-protect-some-our
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Have you lost a loved one or someone you care for with a #LearningDisability to #Coronavirus/ #Covid19?

If you feel comfortable sharing your story please contact us on [email protected].

We want to show the true impact of the pandemic for people with a learning disability.
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