Communication Access

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Ensuring communication access means every person is able to communicate and be communicated with fully and equally. Wherever communication is taking place, all parties must be able to participate--no matter what accommodation is needed to make that happen. 

What constitutes an accessible communication experience? What does it mean to ensure that communication access is provided? These and other related topics are open for discussion in the Communication Access group.

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Webinar: Champion Your Health — FCC Consumer Webinar for Older Americans

The Federal Communications Commission's Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau is hosting a free public webinar in recognition of Older Americans' Month. The session will cover topics relevant to older adults and telecommunications, including telehealth access, video calling, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, and how to recognize and avoid long-con, romance, and fraud scams. Reasonable…

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Webinar: A Systematic Approach to PDF Accessibility

This Section 508 Best Practices webinar from the Great Lakes ADA Center and the U.S. Access Board covers how people with disabilities use PDF documents and how to identify and address common accessibility issues. Presenters will walk through document remediation workflows, tools for going beyond automated checkers, and approaches to more complex accessibility problems. Real-time captioning and…

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HIPAA and Service Counter Hearing Loops

1 page handout. Using a counter hearing loop at check-in, pharmacy counters, and other public settings does not violate HIPAA. In fact, it helps providers meet their obligations under both the ADA and HIPAA by improving communication access while maintaining patient privacy.

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Potential Benefits of Cochlear Implants

People with moderate to profound hearing loss sometimes explore options beyond traditional hearing aids, such as cochlear implants. These medical devices convert sound into signals that the brain can interpret. In certain procedures, robotic-assisted systems like the iotaSOFT® Insertion System may be used to help surgeons position the implant’s electrode array within the cochlea. This approach is…

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Topic Hope for Hearing: Exploring Cochlear Implants and Advanced Technology

Do you or a loved one still struggle to hear, even with hearing aids? Join us for a free educational webinar to learn about today’s advanced hearing solutions, including cochlear implants. Our expert surgeons will share how these technologies work, who may benefit, and what steps to take if you’re ready to explore treatment. You'll also have the chance to hear from a cochlear implant patient and…