In order to limit the spread of the coronavirus, several protective measures have been put in
place in the community, in private and public residences and in health care centers. Some …

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, vulnerability and susceptibility to the SARS-CoV-2
virus has framed public health messaging. While early messaging emphasized the role of …

Background: Restrictive measures implemented by governments around the world to control
the coronavirus have an impact on communication, especially the communication of the …

Purpose The aims of this study were to describe communication experiences while wearing
a mask during COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, to identify possible mask-related barriers to …

Purpose: The COVID-19 pandemic led to the implementation of preventive measures that
exacerbated communication difficulties for individuals with hearing loss. This study aims to …

Physical distancing (rather than “social distancing”) highlights the importance of remaining
socially connected while preventing the spread of the virus via reductions in physical …

Objective. To review the changes in communication in long-term care facilities (LTCF) during
the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods. A systematic literature review was conducted through a …

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has produced unique challenges for persons with
hearing loss. There is a unique concern that adults with hearing loss may be more …

Mandated face mask use for health care providers, secondary to COVID-19, creates an
additional communication barrier for older adults with cognitive, communication, and/or …

Purpose: The COVID-19 pandemic has introduced lifestyle changes that may negatively
impact communication, including the pervasive use of face masks and videoconferencing …