Health Inequalities 2020-01-28
2020-01-28
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Q1
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Questions the steps being taken to address health inequalities, specifically mentioning mental health and the need for targeted work in high-need areas like east Hull.
The hon. Member asks about the steps being taken to reduce health inequalities, noting that mental health inequality needs urgent action due to the lack of access to services in areas like east Hull where people desperately need help.
Agrees with the hon. Member and mentions that she is working closely with her colleague on mental health matters to address the dual toxicity of addiction and mental ill health, aiming to drive down these inequalities.
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Asks about ensuring access to life-saving services such as cervical smear tests for those with severe conditions like agoraphobia, who may be unable to visit clinical settings.
My hon. Friend asks if we are doing anything to ensure that these vital screening services can be administered outside a clinical setting to reduce health inequalities for those who are housebound.
Responds that no woman should be denied access to vital screening, and mentions a home kit for cervical screening in development. Offers to meet the hon. Friend to discuss how to improve access further.
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