Jenny Buechner sat on an examination table describing symptoms of dizziness, nausea and shoulder pain. Across from her was a student interpreter, wearing all black to make hand signs more visible and ...
On Thursday, the American School for the Deaf (ASD) in West Hartford and Hartford HealthCare signed a partnership to help support the Deaf in medical settings. “In a medical setting, when you are ...
The health care industry is a critical sector that helps save people’s lives. Sometimes, medical professionals and patients have communication barriers that can hinder that process. However, the great ...
MADISON, Wis. — In honor of Deaf Awareness Month, UW Health experts are taking time to share insights on how health care providers and the community can support people who are Deaf, hard of hearing or ...
Deaf residents report frequent issues with sign language interpretation at Connecticut hospitals and health care facilities, hindering their ability to understand medical care fully. And though video ...
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- May 5 is National Interpreter Appreciation Day. UofL Health is celebrating the valuable connections that American Sign Language interpreters provide in a healthcare setting.
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Local health providers are working to bridge the gap between doctors and non-English speakers, offering services to create more efficient and comfortable experiences for patients.