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Global health screening trends

Many countries worldwide are exploring similar community-based health screening programmes to tackle non-communicable diseases like heart disease. The UK's approach with pharmacies could serve as a model, demonstrating how accessible, preventative care can make a big difference to public health on a national scale.

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