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Reframing the definition could also help adjust the policies that support and cover care for adults with the disease.

Cedars-Sinai had acknowledged the need to improve Black maternal health and put additional policies in place after Johnson died, the letter said.

Homeless advocates, who have fought for decades to remove the stigma around people who lack a place to live, are bracing for a multi-pronged battle against policies they deem inhumane.

Ms Curtiss helped to start a petition in 2021 and called on local health boards to "update their antiquated policies".

Pepe Di’Iasio, general secretary of the Association of School and College Leaders, said there had to be policies in place to encourage regular attendance.