ABSTRACT
The most common categories of diagnosed learning disability include dyslexia, dysgraphia and dyscalculia. The technology may be readily available and is in common use, or may be specifically designed to augment existing skills or bypass areas of difficulty for those who struggle with certain tasks. Everyday and assistive technology, in the context of healthcare, consists of devices or tools and software that allow a person to access written and verbal information and instructions, provide fully informed consent for medical procedures, and understand and organise medication for themselves and their dependents. Visiting or being admitted to a hospital in particular can be a daunting experience, especially in an emergency situation. People with dyslexia and/or dyscalculia may see numbers as transposed or reversed. Healthcare providers may also wish to consider adding pictorial or video cues to verbal or written information on websites or in other health information content.
