Background: The global prevalence of disabilities highlights the urgent need for accessible digital interfaces, particularly in healthcare. Methods: A systematic literature review was conducted to examine the current state of digital accessibility in healthcare interfaces, analyzing 32 scholarly articles to identify key challenges and recommendations for improvement. The selection process was rigorous, ensuring a comprehensive overview of existing research on accessibility in digital healthcare platforms. Results: Our research highlights significant issues such as the digital divide faced by individuals with disabilities and the need for inclusive design to enhance usability and accessibility. Key challenges identified include inadequate compliance with accessibility standards, limited user-centered design practices, and insufficient integration of assistive technologies. This study synthesizes best practices for creating accessible healthcare applications and websites, focusing on addressing these challenges. Conclusions: The authors highlight strategic recommendations aimed at ensuring that digital healthcare systems are inclusive and effective, enhancing accessibility and quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
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