The Ohio Board of Pharmacy has introduced a new online tool designed to assist individuals with disabilities — from those experiencing low vision and hearing loss to those with language barriers and other conditions — in locating pharmacies that cater to their specific needs. This tool allows users to identify pharmacies offering services like large-font labels, Braille prescriptions, video-relay services for individuals with hearing impairments, and translation assistance for various languages. This initiative aims to ensure that healthcare services, particularly in the pharmacy sector, are accessible and welcoming to a wider demographic.

By simplifying the process of finding pharmacies that provide specialized services, the Ohio Board of Pharmacy’s tool helps to bridge the gap in healthcare access. However, the organization highlights an obstacle due to the ongoing closures of pharmacies, which have been prompted by financial pressures.

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