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Health Issues in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community

Health and social issues in the deaf community, including AIDS, abuse, substance abuse, sex education, and mental health.
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  2. Mental Health (4)

AIDS in the Deaf Community

Feature article on AIDS in the deaf community.

Deaf People in Hospice Care

Communication access is very important for deaf people who are in hospice care. As life comes to an end, being able to make your needs known is crucial.

Deafness and Substance Abuse

Feature article on substance abuse by deaf and hard of hearing people, and the resources available for education and treatment.

Sex Education for Deaf Students

Information and resources on helping deaf students gain a sexual understanding.

Sexual Signs

Sources of signs for common human sexuality terms.

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