Deafblindness
Read about deafblindness, a condition in which a person has a combination of sight and hearing difficulties that affect their everyday activities.
Find out about the signs that could suggest someone is deafblind, or that they may be gradually losing their sight or hearing.
Read about the main causes of deafblindness, including problems that can be present from birth and those that can develop later on.
Read about how deafblindness is diagnosed, including about the specialist assessment that should be carried out to determine the type of care a deafblind person needs.
Read about the treatment and support available for deafblind people, including alternative communication methods and vision aids.