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Deaf people’s poor access to healthcare

Roundup of news articles about deaf people’s access to healthcare in the UK.

Still Ignored: The fight for accessible healthcare

Hidden NHS scandal putting millions of lives at risk

New report published by SignHealth and RNID reveals serious and widespread healthcare failings.

“Work with us on employment reform,” deaf charities tell Government 

deaf together and other charities respond to the Government announcement on 19 March about a consultation on Access To Work

Lucy Warnes

Announcing SignHealth’s new Chief Executive

“I am honoured and thrilled to take on the role of Chief Executive at SignHealth. Every day I am inspired by our work and impact.”

A letter for the Health Secretary

Barriers in health services lead to inequalities.
We are still sick of it! Where is our access?

SignHealth at the 2024 Labour Party Conference

Nathan and Abigail’s experience campaigning for deaf people’s health and wellbeing at the 2024 Labour Conference

Man and a woman standing and looking at the screen with a healthcare setting in the background

Medical Access Crisis: BBC See Hear

Watch BBC See Hear ‘Medical Access Crisis’ episode on BBC Two or Iplayer to find out how inaccessible healthcare is for deaf people.

SignHealth shortlisted for ‘Board Equity, Diversity and Inclusion’

Charity Governance Awards 2024 Shortlist

Mental Health and Deaf People Event

We hosted a live online event for the Deaf community with key staff and a trustee from
SignHealth to answer your questions and provide information about our mental health work.

The recording of this event is available to watch on our website.