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New National Standards of Communication for People with Sensory Loss
The Welsh Assembly Government have introduced new national standards for communication for people with sensory loss using NHS services
The Wonderful Kingdom of Thailand
Heather delights in travelling around the world. Here she tells us about het latest trip to Thailand
An Interview with The Punk Chef - Scott Garthwaite
Scott Gathwaite, also known as the Punk Chef, presents his cookery shows in BSL. Here Sarah talks about his up-bringing and his culinary skills
Dear Wendy
Wendy sets out some advice to readers who have written in asking for help
Young, Deaf and Undeterred
Robin Watts is 18 years of age and briefly explains some of the issues faced by a deaf girl growing up
ZBand Review
SLFirst reviews the world's first silent alarm vibrating wristband - the ZBand
Signature Awards - 1 month to go
Press Release about the upcoming Signature Awards
Cases of diabetes still on the rise
The cases of diabetes is still on the rise, but people seem unaware of the risk to serious health problems
Africa and UK focussed deafness charities join forces
Signal is a new Shropshire Based Charity - read about their important work here!
The Development of Deaf Villages
Deaf Villages in Ireland and Jamaica provide a sanctuary for Deaf visitors
Independent Living Fund - Court of Appeal Update
Following a legal challenge against the closure of Independent Living Fund, the Government need to re-think their plans
Fitbit Flex Review
SLFirst reviews the Fitbit Flex wristband that helps you get more active
BSL World - Dealing with New Technology Words
New technology words create a challenge to BSL
A Deaf Person’s Road to Success
Growing up Deaf in Malta and experiencing a lack of deaf awarness, Annabelle is intent of changing long held stereotypical views about the deaf
Christmas Gift Ideas
With Christmas fast approaching, how about these ideas for a Christmas Gift
Zane Hema taking sign language interpretation seriously
The arrangements behind the BSL/English interpretation during the 2012 Paralympics and the Mandela Memorial could not be more stark
Lou Ferrigno - Shaping Up to Play the Hulk
Lou Ferrigno became Deaf early in his life, he went on to carve a great body building and acting career
Lights Out for Dog Walkers
With street lighting being turned off to save money, deaf dog owners face additional dangers.
3M and Action on Hearing Loss reach new heights together
Members of 3M and Action on Hearing Loss scale the steps of the BT Tower to highlight their work together
Cinema, subtitling and Equal Access
The lack of subtitled films in the cinema has long been a thorn in the side of the deaf community
3M Scores with Health & Safety Crowd at Old Trafford
3M provide a forum for professionals to discuss hearing protection
Garnering Deaf Artist's Passion In India
The Atulyakala programme aims to bring deaf people in India with artistic talent the opportunity to flourish
Love Rugby? Wales v England should whet your appetite!
Come and enjoy one of the newest Wales v England sporting rivalries
Johnny Fantastica - A Life of Entertaining
Gloucester based John Gapp has enjoyed a lifetime of entertaining audiences all over the world. We think he's just magic!
Video Job Applications Set to Soar, but Will They be Deaf Friendly
With job applications more likely to require a short video application, will this trend disadvantage some people, especially deaf applicants?
Tech Companies Upholding Deaf Suppression
Mobile phone contracts are not deaf friendly and service providers seem determined to maintain anti deaf usage plans
Celebrating film success – 7 deaf youngsters who helped produce it
Youngsters from Deaf Active Cheshire attend premiere of the film they helped produce
Disappointing Doctor
All Wales Standards for Communication with patients with sensory loss, seems to have bypassed my doctor's surgery
Wales Deaf Rugby Triumphs in their 11th International against England
Wales and England Deaf Rugby teams locked horns in the world's first international match on an artificial surface with Wales running out worthy winners
6 Years Old Caleb, Deaf and Aiming for Formula One
Caleb McDuff is 6 years old. Deaf following an infection, he has been karting for years and aims to be the first deaf Formula One racing driver
Coriolanus at the Donmar Warehouse: Captioning Brings People Together
Captioned performances at the theatre make a huge difference to Deaf and Hard of Hearing audiences
Deaf Karting Champion Bas Lammers Entering New Era in Racing
Bas Lammers is 2 time KZ1 World Karting Champion. Deaf, he has signed a new deal that he hopes will take him back to the top of the podium.
Enhancing Hearing Through Temporary Blindness
Brains of adults might compensate for a temporary loss in sight by improving hearing.
England Deaf Golf Spring Tournament 2014
The tournament is open to all Deaf and Hard of Hearing golfers and will take place on 26/27 April 2014
Tailored Holidays for Deaf Visitors at Seable
Seable Holidays provide tailored activity breaks on the wonderful island of Sicily
Deaf Sporting Results
Sport has been a central part of deaf life for many years, here you will find the results provided to SLFirst for all UK deaf sports/sportspeople
Signature 2014 Awards Press Release
National charity teams up with CBeebies and Remark Media to launch 2014’s prestigious Signature deaf and deafblind awards
Backing the new Healthcare Standards for people with a Sensory Loss
Public awareness of the new Standards will improve through information cards being made available
'Believe to be Alive' to be supported by Pope Francis
Pope Francis to support Disability Sport event in Rome
Help me Please, I'm Going Deaf
Getting older and becoming deaf poses lots of new challenges, but who is there to give advice
59 Down, 41 To Go, Deafblind Runner James Clarke's Race Against Time
Deafblind since the age of 9, James Clarke is undertaking a remarkable feat
My Music (with digressions) and Hearing Loss
Becoming Hard of Hearing later in life has all sorts of implications, the inability to enjoy music being one of them
Sarah O'Dowd Capturing the Best Northumberland Countryside
Sarah O'Dowd enjoys painting and does not believe deafness should prevent anyone achieving their dreams.
Wales v England Deaf Futsal Friendly
Wales and England Deaf Futsal teams meet in a friendly match at the House of Sport, Cardiff on 23rd March
Making A Difference Through Hearing Therapy
Hearing Therapist Nicola George brings an approach to her work that really defines public service!
Deaf Vibe's 'See me, Hear Me' Event
The event is an opportunity to promote services to deaf, hard of hearing, deafened and Deafblind people living in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent
Crufts and Deaf Accessibility
Crufts is hugely popular and watched by millions of people but is it deaf friendly
Legal Services for Deaf people: A New Era?
With RAD's Deaf Law Centre closing, it is important that someone provides culturally aware legal advice to deaf people
Announcement from the Becoming Visible Board of Trustees
Becoming Visible are moving from the Newcastle Deaf Centre to new premises with the space needed
New Made For iPhone Hearing Aids Launched in the UK
ReSound LiNX is being launched in the UK introducing a brand new way to control the settings on their hearing aids
New Smart Bulbs ideal for Deaf People
LG launches new 'smart lightbulb' that could be very useful for Deaf and Hard of Hearing people
Access to Work - My Story
The support needed from Access to Work took months and months, causing frustration and de-motivation
Heartbleed - is my information safe?
A new computer bug could put all of our information at risk - what do you need to do?
7th World Deaf Squash
Taking place on Monday 6th - Sunday 12th October 2014 in Ede, Holland
Deaf Day Delight at City Lit
Attending Deaf Day for the first time in 40 years - I had a great time
Alan Titchmarsh - The Pen is Mightier than the Spade
TV Gardening Celebrity Alan Titchmarsh tells us about his love of writing as well as his green figured exploits
See Me, Hear Me opens up lines of communication
DEAFvibe's event, makes deaf friendly service and product providers readily available to the deaf community throughout Staffordshire
Broadstreet Cup Retained by Superb Welsh Performance
England versus Wales Deaf Rugby Teams competed for the Broadstreet Cup at Franklin Gardens, Wales winning 30 - 0
Is your mobile phone secure?
New research shows majority of British people have no security on their smartphones, we take a look at how to enable some.
Deaf Motor Bike Paramedic Helping Save Lives on the Streets of London
Deaf, Richard Webb-Stevens works for the London Ambulance Service and patrols the streets every day waiting to respond to emergency calls
Aspiring, Influencing & Achieving as a Deaf Youngster
Elan Môn Gilford is a deaf youngster making the most out of every opportunity she gets
DEAFvibe awarded Queen's Award
Delegates from DEAFvibe have been invited to Buckingham Palace on Tuesday 10th June 2014
Rachel Shenton - Hollyoaks, Acting and Deafness
Hollyoaks Star Rachel Shenton on her work acting and promoting deaf awareness
Tom Shakespeare on Enabling Equality: Label Jars Not People!
An interesting talk on the history and modern day perception of disability
The NHS Hearing Aid Crisis
With the Government considering cutting NHS provided services to deaf people, community infighting prevents a united voice!
New project for deaf young people in Wales receives National Lottery funding
Lottery Funding is set to support deaf youngsters in reaching their potential.
WFD calls for better education for the world's deaf youngsters
Braam Jordaan reaffirms a deaf child's right to be taught in sign language at international conference.
'Laptop' for Deafblind People gets them online
The BrailleNote Apex device is helping Deafblind people to communicate with the world around them
Mike Hawthorne, Sense and the London Marathon
Generous Deaf gymnast champion runs for charity and supports deaf life
Get in the loop & support Hearing Loop Awareness Week
Hearing Link raise awareness of hearing loops
Empowering deaf people by providing life enhancing information
Communication is an essential part of life, for deaf people it is often a barrier
Talking About Child Protection
Research aiming to improve support in deaf child protection cases
How about subtitles on your watch?
Will subtitles on a smart watch be the next big thing for Deaf and Hard of Hearing people?
Principality Building Society Leading the way on Deaf Friendly Banking
The banking sector is behind the game on deaf awareness, now one Building Society is seeking to make sweeping improvements.
Holidaying with a Deaf Girlfriend
With a deaf girlfriend joining a family holiday, it's important to think how best to manage communication
Hearing Loss, Sport and Integration
Discussing the Mainstream, Paralympics and Deaf Sport Conundrum
Saving lives despite being hard of hearing
Canadian Scott Caldwell is Hard of Hearing, he is also a successful paramedic in a busy area in Toronto
USA shows UK how to Improve Access to Emergency Services
999 is a critical public service, it is not readily accessible to deaf people at a time when the US are opening their 911 service
Patients to benefit from new NHS England ‘Accessible Information Standard’
Good news for deaf patients in England, accessible information is on the way
Royal Seal of Approval for DEAFvibe
Having been recognised for their voluntary service, DEAFvibe group enjoy tea with the Royal family
A Proud History of Signed Performances at The New Theatre
Signed and Captioned Performances Open up the Theatre to Deaf and Hard of Hearing Theatregoers
Children set to take part in the UK's biggest Fingerspellathon this October
NDCS launch 6th Fingerspellathon aiming to raise funds for deaf children
Bringing Parity to the Theatre Experience for Deaf Audiences
Launched in 2000, STAGETEXT provide captioned performances for theatre shows and other arts programmes
£160,000 boost set to help deaf children learn to swim
Sport England and NDCS seek to improve Deaf access to swimming
Dream to Screen Deaf Finalist - William Horsefield
One of five entrants in the final William will be jetting off to LA if he wins the competition
Wellness Centre Taking Deaf Clients' Health Needs Seriously
The Shipley and Saltaire Wellness Centre attract deaf clients through their thoughtful approach
The Flip Side of the Coin
Cochlear Implants, Hearing Aids, Lip Reading or Sign Language, if you're Deaf it's all about choice
NYC cops who were forced to retire for wearing hearing aids will get their day in court
New York cops challenge NYPD after being forced to retire because they wear hearing aids
UK Deaf Sport Fighting Tooth and Nail for Deaf Sport
Developing strategic partnerships, the work of UK Deaf Sport promises widespread positive outcomes
Deaf Children to Benefit from Increased Investment
Improved SEND school inspection process should drive up standards and hold local authorities to account
Hampshire Police PLOD Reaching Into Deaf Community
Recognising the need for specific communication, PLODs are bridging the gap
Seeing the Music
A quick look at a couple of apps that allow you to know what song is playing right now and also live subtitles of it!
Setting High Standards of Deaf Awareness Within Public Service
Setting up the country's first PLOD, Sgt Barham leads the way on deaf friendly communication
Cutting The Number of Hearings to Save Money Will Cost More
With more local clinical commissioning groups set to cut back on providing hearing aids, is the longer term cost being ignored
Two Worlds Video Shows Attitude is Everything
Producing a music video with a signed interpretation provides a powerful link between hearing and deaf people
Smartphone app enables deaf people to make phone calls
Already available on iPhones and android phones, Pedius brings parity to Deaf and Hard of Hearing telephony
Cardiff Hearing and Tinnitus Expo All Set For March
Advice, information and products all brought together under one roof in Cardiff Expo
Deaf Friendly Swimming Gala run by the NDCS
Deaf and can swim 100 metres, come along to this swimming gala
Deaf Restauranteurs Thrive Through Approach To Communication
Launching a Deaf run pizza restaurant - Mozzeria in San Francisco - the Stein's appeal to hearing and deaf guests
Charlie Chaplin - Film Industry Pioneer and Deaf Influenced?
Deaf Friend and Prominent Artist Granville Redmond played a vital role in influencing Chaplin's performances
What is the best way to take money abroad for holidays? Is cash always best?
It is important to have more than one option to access your holiday money abroad
Hidden Sugar: Just how much is in that biscuit?
James Clarke, Deafblind marathon runner, shares his thoughts about the 'hidden' sugar in foods.
App Roundup - June 2015
SL First takes a quick look at some interesting apps you might like
For Mainstream Deaf Cyclist Tom Smith, the Competitive Season Finally Gets Underway
Following injury, Tom Smith is back in the saddle and pursuing a professional career in mainstream competition
Bus Drivers learn sign language to help deaf customers
First Glasgow responds to Deaf customer communication needs
NHS England Strive for New Standards for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Patients
Compliance with the new standards will give effective access to information that has previously been denied to the deaf community
Access Bedford - Inviting Pedius and Others to Share Knowledge & Information
Sharing information to Deaf and Hard of Hearing people in Bedford extends to visits from the Italians behind the Pedius app
Top 10 Apps for Deaf People
SL First brings you the Top 10 apps that we think are most useful for Deaf and Hard of Hearing people
Upcoming Deaf Accessible Events at the Science Museum, London
Lots of free BSL interpreted and accessible programmes for deaf adults, children and their families
Annual Lecture on Scotland's BSL Bill
Free lecture about Scotland's new 'BSL Bill' - what does it mean and what happens next?
Introducing a Hearing Dog to the home
Adding value to the household, hearing dogs also support independence
How a Vitamin D deficiency really affects your life
Working indoors and with a diet light on Vitamin D, you might not realise the effect on your body
Doing acts of kindness is good for you
Galaxy's research shows that acts of kindness really do matter
Deaf visit to Iceland to take in the Northern Lights
A wonderful visual experience, some of the tours were top notch experiences
Deaf Travel to Iceland did not Disappoint
Pre-planned and with pre-booked excursions, Iceland provided a quite wonderful short vacation
Deaf Actress Calls for Further Access to Live Shows
With only one accessible show in a series, Deaf people are not even close to be given equal access to live performances
Semi-integrated BSL show, significantly improves enjoyment of Deaf audience
Having a BSL interpreter on stage and moving around the set, is a step up in accessible live shows
Preserving standards of BSL teaching is crucial
The teaching of English has not been affected by social interactions, why is BSL
Signworld's On-line BSL Resources Made With Learners In Mind
Designed and developed by a team with years of BSL teaching experience, Signworld is a brilliant back-up to the classroom
