A purple and green graphic with white text on it that says '3 Benefits of being on the learning disability register. Swipe for more.'

A purple and green graphic with white text on it that says 'Access to Free Annual Health Checks. People aged 14 and over on the Learning Disability register are entitled to a free annual health check with their GP. These checks are vital for spotting potential health problems early, which might otherwise be missed as people with a learning disability may struggle to express pain or symptoms.'

A purple and green graphic with a photo of a person with a learning disability smiling towards the camera, as a doctor listens to their heart'. The white text on it that says 'Reasonable Adjustments to Healthcare Services. GP practices and other healthcare providers are required to make "reasonable adjustments" to ensure accessible care. This can include offering longer appointment times, quieter waiting areas, information in Easy Read formats, or the option to have a carer or support worker present during consultations.'

A purple and green graphic with a photo of Rahima who is wearing a green jumper and is sat in a black wheelchair, she smiles towards the camera. The white text on the graphic says 'Priority Access to Vaccinations. People on the Learning Disability Register are eligible for priority access to certain vaccinations, including the annual NHS flu vaccination and any relevant Covid 19 vaccinations/boosters.'

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1/4 💜 Our #ImIn campaign is raising awareness of the learning disability register and encouraging everyone with a learning disability to join.

#LearningDisabilityRegister

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Come along and find out how you can be part of a national movement to help raise awareness about the Learning Disability Register.

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The letter stresses the importance of people with a learning disability being on their GP's #LearningDisabilityRegister and getting #AnnualHealthChecks to reduce the health inequality experienced by people with a learning disability who die 19.5 years younger than the general population.