We are pleased to announce the launch of the ReciteMe accessibility toolbar on our websites: woundsaustralia.org, woundaware.org and bewoundaware.org. 

It is a significant step forward in making wound care information accessible to more Australians, in line with our mission to reduce the harm caused by chronic wounds through education, awareness-raising and advocacy. 

The ReciteMe tool gives users the ability to customise how content appears and is read aloud, helping people with diverse needs to access information in the way that suits them best. It is available via an icon that sits at the top right of our websites (pictured, highlighted red), which loads an additional menu at the top of the page. Users who are not vision-impaired may prefer to turn off the 'read aloud' feature (highlighted in green) before exploring other functions.

Accessibility matters

Accessibility is a central issue in health communication. People with chronic wounds often face multiple health and social challenges that intersect with communication barriers, including older age, multiple comorbidities and socioeconomic disadvantage. Digital accessibility tools like ReciteMe help reduce the risk that valuable clinical guidance, support resources and self-management information are out of reach for those who need them most.

ReciteMe offers features that help break down traditional barriers to digital content. Users can tailor text size, colour contrast and font style, choose reading aids such as text-to-speech, and access on-screen dictionaries and translation tools that support more than 100 languages. The result is a flexible and inclusive online environment where people can engage with sometimes complex health information with confidence. 

Bringing wound education to more Australians

Chronic wounds affect a broad and diverse population, including older Australians, people with low literacy, those with vision impairment or learning differences, and people for whom English is an additional language. Ensuring that high-quality, evidence-based wound care resources are accessible to all people who need them – regardless of ability or background – sits at the heart of Wounds Australia's mission. 

"Clear, accessible information empowers people to take an active role in their own care," said Wounds Australia CEO Jeff Antcliff. "Our decision to apply ReciteMe supports our commitment to equity in wound care, ensuring our resources are usable by people with varying abilities, needs and language backgrounds." 

The development also aligns with broader societal digital inclusion initiatives and accessibility standards, reinforcing Wounds Australia's role as a sector leader in ensuring health information is both inclusive and user-centred. 

"We know that when information is easier to access and understand, people are more likely to use it effectively," Mr Antcliff added. "This benefits individuals living with wounds, their carers, and the clinicians who support them. 

"Ultimately, it contributes to better engagement, improved self-management and more equitable health outcomes." 

The ReciteMe toolbar is simple to use and available throughout our websites. Users can activate it with a single click and explore the options that best suit their needs. We encourage everyone to try its accessibility features and let us know what you think by emailing admin@woundsaustralia.org. Find more information about ReciteMe and how to use it: reciteme.com.