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Resources
Resources that can be used by health and care professionals to facilitate discussions around Cardiovascular Health.
Resources
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A Healthier Me!
Organisation: Mencap
Type: Resource Pack
Date published: August 2021
Description: Info, Recipes, Meal Planner and Activities
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Cookery and Recipes
Organisation: Various
Type: Resources
Date published: Various
Description: A selection of cookery resources for people with a learning disability
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DanceSyndrome
Organisation: The National Learning Disability Nursing Forum
Type: Films
Date published: July 2022
Description: Supported by the national nursing directorate at NHS England, DanceSyndrome has created a series of six informational videos which aim to demonstrate to healthcare professionals, including Midwives and Learning Disability Nurses, the many ways in which individuals with learning disabilities can live fulfilled lives, contributing to society and becoming visible leaders, performers and advocates.
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Health Action Plans to support people with a learning disability
Organisation: Academic Health Science Networks
Type: Film
Date published: Oct 2021
Description: This video is for people with a learning disability on how Health Action Plans can benefit their care.
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How to Keep Your Heart Healthy
Organisation: Public Health England
Type: Easy Read PDF
Date published: 2013
Description: Easy read about cardiovascular diseases and health living.
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How to take someone's blood pressure
Organisation: Health Education England/NHS
Type: Film
Date published: January 2021
Description: This video was developed with experts by experience who have a learning disability but it is for
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How to use a pulse oximeter at home
Organisation: NHS
Type: Film
Date published: February 2021
Description: This video explains how to use the pulse oximeter and take readings, and when to seek help.
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Intro to Annual Health Checks for people with a Learning Disability for carers and families
Organisation: AHSN Network
Type: Film
Date published: Oct 2021
Description: A video for carers and families who care for someone with a learning disability, to assist them on understanding more about annual health checks.
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Introduction to Annual Health Checks for people with a Learning Disability
Organisation: Academic Health Science Networks
Type: Film
Date published: October 2021
Description: This video is for people with a learning disability, to help them understand how an annual health check can help them.
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Learning Disability Rugby League
Organisation: Rugby League
Type: Physical Activity Group
Date published: Founded in 2018
Description: Learning Disability Rugby League (LDRL) is a variant of the game developed to ensure people with a learning disability can access and enjoy playing the game of Rugby League. This accessible offer is open to any individuals who have a learning disability or an associated condition.