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The mother of a disabled boy has said she believes he is being failed by the social care system.
Zach, 10, from Mansfield, has multiple life-limiting conditions, including learning disabilities, sensory processing disorder and intestinal failure.
He also has a central line - a tube connected to a large vein near his heart - which provides him with vital fluids and medication.
Despite having continuous care needs, Zach faces a wait of up to a year for essential new equipment, according to his mum Tricy. His bed isn t suitable. He s damaged his central line three times, she said.
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