Island Teens to have heart screening
An exciting new project which could save the lives of young people is scheduled to begin on the Isle of Lewis. Visit http://news.bbc.co.uk/hi/english/uk/scotland/newsid_1605000/1605838.stm
18/10/2001
An exciting new project which could save the lives of young people is scheduled to begin on the Isle of Lewis. Visit http://news.bbc.co.uk/hi/english/uk/scotland/newsid_1605000/1605838.stm
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