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Deafblind information

Definitions of deafblindness focus on the effects of the combined loss of hearing and sight on everyday life - not on the degree of deafness or blindness a person experiences.

The loss of both can affect a person's ability to communicate, to get around safely and to access all kinds of information.

A combination of deafness and visual impairment multiplies the difficulties a person faces.

Use the following links to find out more about deafblindness:

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