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Featured | October 17, 2024
HHS Final Rule on Strengthening Digital Accessibility
Key Insights for Healthcare Organizations
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the healthcare industry faced significant challenges, particularly regarding digital accessibility. The sudden shift to telehealth services left many high-risk individuals unab…

March 3, 2025
Essential Accessibility Resources: Tools, Guidelines & Best Practices
Creating an accessible digital experience benefits everyone—and having the right resources makes all the difference. This curated collection of accessibility tools, official guidelines, testing platforms, and best practices will help you navigate co…

February 28, 2025
WCAG Compliance – Why Digital Accessibility Matters for Veterans’ Healthcare and Mental Well-Being
Digital accessibility is crucial in modern healthcare. As more medical and mental health services shift online, healthcare providers must ensure that their digital platforms are accessible to all patients, including veterans. Many veterans face uniq…

February 20, 2025
Why Mental Health Providers Must Prioritize WCAG Compliance for Their Websites
Mental health care accessibility is a critical concern, particularly for individuals with disabilities who experience mental health challenges at disproportionately higher rates. Ensuring WCAG compliance for mental health websites is not just about…

February 12, 2025
Why Widget-Based Accessibility Solutions Are Failing Healthcare Organizations
At first glance, widget-based accessibility solutions seem like an oasis in the desert of digital inaccessibility—promising quick fixes, minimal effort, and instant compliance. But, like a mirage, these solutions fade upon closer inspection, leaving…

February 12, 2025
Accessibility Audit Costs: Understanding the Process and Value
An accessibility audit is a comprehensive evaluation of a website or digital asset to ensure it is usable by individuals with disabilities. For healthcare providers, accessibility audit costs are an important consideration, as these evaluations are…

December 6, 2024
Why Healthcare Providers Must Prioritize WCAG Compliance in 2025
In 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a final ruling requiring all healthcare providers who receive government funding to meet specific accessibility standards for their digital platforms. The ruling sets a clear dea…

November 19, 2024
Top 5 Digital Accessibility Trends to Watch in 2025
Digital accessibility is no longer a secondary consideration—it is a critical aspect of creating inclusive online experiences. As more organizations prioritize accessibility for compliance and user satisfaction, the digital landscape is evolving rap…

October 26, 2024
The Cost of Non-Compliance
Digital accessibility is no longer just a “nice-to-have.” With evolving standards and new regulations, it has become an essential aspect of running a compliant and responsible business, especially for organizations with an online presence. Despite t…

October 25, 2024
Disabled Access Tax Credit: Requirements, Benefits, and How to Apply
Making a business accessible to people with disabilities is not only a legal requirement; it’s also a smart business strategy. Furthermore, it opens new opportunities for customer engagement. To support small businesses in becoming more inclusive, t…

October 22, 2024
Why Accessibility Widgets Are Not a Solution for WCAG 2.1 AA Compliance
Accessibility widgets, marketed as quick-fix solutions, claim to make websites compliant with accessibility standards. At first glance, they seem appealing. Widgets often include features like text resizing, color contrast adjustments, and screen re…

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