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Care Leavers Face Higher Death Rates

Updated 2026-08-25 11:25 UTC 1 source Negative

A new review reveals that young care leavers have a death rate around four times higher than the general population, highlighting a significant public health issue.

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Young care leavers dying early a 'national tragedy'

Those leaving care have a death rate around four times higher than the general population, a new review reveals.

2026-08-25 11:05 UTC