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Discover practical insights and strategies designed to support healthcare providers in delivering accessible, patient-centered digital experiences. Our blog is dedicated to fostering inclusive design solutions that remove barriers, helping your organization meet accessibility standards while enhancing care for all patients.
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Featured | October 17, 2024
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…
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March 3, 2025
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…
A male military veteran in a wheelchair uses a laptop, with a German Shepherd service dog beside him in a living room.
February 28, 2025
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…
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February 20, 2025
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…
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February 12, 2025
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…
Healthcare professionals reviewing documents in a meeting.
February 12, 2025
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…
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December 6, 2024
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…
A glowing 'Accessibility' key on a keyboard.
November 19, 2024
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…
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October 26, 2024
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…
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October 25, 2024
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…
Hands holding wooden blocks labeled 'ADA' with accessibility symbols.
October 22, 2024
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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