People with learning disabilities often face overwhelming barriers in emergency healthcare settings—from noisy environments and rushed consultations to the lack of tailored communication. But a new, first-of-its-kind resource aims to change that.
The Learning Disabilities Toolkit, created by Dr. Liz Herrieven, a consultant in emergency medicine at Sheffield Children’s Hospital, is a pioneering guide designed specifically for emergency departments. It offers practical strategies and tools to help medical staff deliver more accessible, compassionate, and effective care to patients with learning disabilities.
Inspired by both her professional experience and personal journey as a parent to a child with Down syndrome and autism, Dr. Herrieven’s work highlights the urgent need to close the gap in medical training and improve health outcomes for this vulnerable group.
Click here to read the full story by Saba Salman to see how it’s already making an impact