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Original Articles

Nottingham study of sexuality and ageing (NoSSA II). Attitudes of care staff regarding sexuality and residents: A study in residential and nursing homes

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Pages 45-61 | Received 15 Nov 2005, Accepted 15 Nov 2005, Published online: 19 Feb 2007

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