Tag: accessibility

Breast cancer group invests in `voiced’ leaflets

Breast cancer group invests in `voiced’ leaflets

Although screen readers and automated voice technologies continue to improve, there is no substitute for being `read’ to by a warm, human voice. Reading and recording a leaflet out loud is very time-consuming, but can add a personal touch that the flat tones of automation 

Digital Buddies in Covid

Digital Buddies in Covid

The concept of digital buddies – volunteers who help people to use their laptops and smartphones to stay connected – has become more urgent during the pandemic. Vulnerable, elderly or shielding people have become more reliant on technology than ever before.  At the same time, 

Dyslexia Friendly Fonts on Websites and Apps

Dyslexia Friendly Fonts on Websites and Apps

Patient group uses dyslexia-friendly font on their website Implus en Woortblind is a Dutch patient and advocacy group supporting people with dyslexia, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). We’re well used to seeing buttons to click to make sites more accessible, 

AppleVis and Guide Dogs Accessiblitity

AppleVis and Guide Dogs Accessiblitity

AppleVis – Bridging the accessibility gap I’ll confess now that I’ve written user manuals for everything from the system that may generate your phone bill, to specialist software systems and guides for mobile phones. So, I’m more than full of admiration for any patient group