Using Radio to Increase Access to Health Information for People with Disabilities

Abstract

Health information traditionally has been presented in oral and written formats by elders, teachers, mass media, and health care professionals. Today's telecommunications technology provides an ever-expanding wealth of health informational resources. However, some Americans with visual impairment and physical disabilities may have limited access to technology products and services. Others do not have adaptive devices to read for them. Until we breach the digital divide, community health educators can use radio broadcasts to provide current information about health to this audience.