ArticleJournal of public health (Oxford, England)2024
"They still phone even though they know I'm deaf": exploring experiences of deaf people in health services in Wales, UK.
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- Simulated learning interventions to improve communication and practice with deaf and hard of hearing patients: a systematic review and qualitative synthesis.Advances in health sciences education : theory and practice · 2026Pooled it
- Communication barriers for d/Deaf people with cancer: a scoping review.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2026Article
- Delivering public health advice to sign language users: a qualitative study with key stakeholders.BMJ open · 2025Article
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- Lived experiences of deaf parents: insights into pride, community, bilingualism, and barriers.Frontiers in psychology · 2025Article
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Abstract
backgroundDeaf and hard of hearing people persistently experience barriers accessing health services, largely due to ineffective communication systems, a lack of flexible booking arrangements, and a lack of Deaf awareness training for health professional staff.
methodsFace to face focus groups were conducted with 66 Deaf and hard of hearing people in Deaf clubs across Wales, UK. Thematic analysis was undertaken.
resultsResponses identified from focus groups are reported as barriers faced using health services, improvements that would make a difference, impact of accessibility of health services, and a potential Sign language badge for healthcare staff.
conclusionsDeaf people report that health professionals lack training on Deaf awareness and do not know how to communicate effectively with Deaf and hard of hearing people. Further research into Deaf awareness and training resources for health professionals are needed to establish what improves Deaf cultural competencies, and ultimately makes healthcare experiences more positive for people who are Deaf.
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