Widgit Health - Visual support for healthcare

We provide a range of materials for individuals, general first aiders and medical professionals. We use graphic symbols to aid communication and understanding in a variety of settings - from home to hospitals.

We have over 30 years experience in the field of accessible information. The Widgit Symbols are used in education and support services worldwide.

Products

Ready-made communication books and materials

Downloads

Being able to communicate with someone quickly and clearly when they are in a health emergency is vital to saving lives.

In routine healthcare, clear and effective communication improves the effectiveness of diagnosis and treatment, leading to quicker and more effective recovery.

By providing communication support, Widgit Health aims to improve the inclusion of patients, especially those who have a communication need.

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Current projects:
In an emergency, when language is a barrier - the British Red Cross and Widgit offer a solution
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Widgit Health on Twitter

WidgitHealth: We think everyone should have one of these in their wallet: http://t.co/ppJ1TCjLwy #health #widgit #ice #emergency #firstaid #communication
WidgitHealth: School Nurse Symbol Board: For School Nurses interacting with any individual for whom clear speech is difficult http://t.co/ap8jEDVBLm #uked
WidgitHealth: Hospital Procedures: help patients understand the procedures, sequence of events & people during a visit to hospital http://t.co/snt0fUac3C
WidgitHealth: We're looking for a GP surgery to help us design accessible health materials for patients with communication difficulties. Can anyone help?
WidgitHealth: Find out where you can see Widgit products at our forthcoming events in 2013... http://t.co/QLRmxhBOG4
WidgitHealth: Hospitals communicate with #EAL #Patients more effectively. http://t.co/Y9QOQBQ4bl 26 messages in multiple languages http://t.co/JERpmCruYU
WidgitHealth: FREE Bedside Messages resource pack now in Karen (Myanmar) from @AkronChildrens : http://t.co/Y9QOQBQ4bl

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For more information on our symbol software
and educational products, visit widgit.com