"Deaf people’s health is poorer than that of the general population, with probable under-diagnosis and under-treatment of chronic conditions, putting them at risk of preventable ill health.” Health care is important to everyone and every one should have equal access to quality health care. Discrimination in any form closes the door to equal opportunity, a fundamental right of Any citizenship and democracy itself. Culturally Deaf and hard of hearing have the right to fair and equitable treatment, to participate equally in the workplace, and to communicate fully and freely with businesses, non-profit organizations and government. It is the position of the public, private, voluntary and not-for-profit sectors be responsible for ensuring discrimination-free environments. When qualified interpreters are not available for assignments, Deaf and hard of hearing people experience differentiated treatment that has potentially life-threatening or economic consequences (such as
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