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Accessibility score
League position
10thof 10
Issues found
15
Audits passed
53
Accessibility score over time
weekly scans · last 6 months- Good · 90+
- Needs improvement · 70–89
- Poor · Below 70
This month's scan
Issues found
CriticalElements must only use supported ARIA attributes3 elements
Using ARIA attributes in roles where they're not allowed can disable accessibility for entire sections of your application. Invalid attribute-role combinations create conflicts that cause assistive technologies to report incorrect or nonsensical information about your interface.
Failing Elements
<span class="webmd-checkbox__input" aria-checked="mixed">
Fix all of the following:
- ARIA attribute is not allowed: aria-checked="mixed"
<span class="webmd-checkbox__input" aria-checked="mixed">
Fix all of the following:
- ARIA attribute is not allowed: aria-checked="mixed"
<span class="webmd-checkbox__input" aria-checked="mixed">
Fix all of the following:
- ARIA attribute is not allowed: aria-checked="mixed"
CriticalImages must have alternative text6 elements
Screen readers cannot translate images into text without alt attributes. Alternative text is essential for blind users and beneficial for users with low vision or color blindness, providing the same information that sighted users get from viewing the image.
Failing Elements
<img src="https://img.lb.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/responsive/play-arrow.svg">
Fix any of the following:
- Element does not have an alt attribute
- aria-label attribute does not exist or is empty
- aria-labelledby attribute does not exist, references elements that do not exist or references elements that are empty
- Element has no title attribute
- Element's default semantics were not overridden with role="none" or role="presentation"
<img src="https://img.lb.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/responsive/play-arrow.svg">
Fix any of the following:
- Element does not have an alt attribute
- aria-label attribute does not exist or is empty
- aria-labelledby attribute does not exist, references elements that do not exist or references elements that are empty
- Element has no title attribute
- Element's default semantics were not overridden with role="none" or role="presentation"
<img src="https://img.lb.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/responsive/play-arrow.svg">
Fix any of the following:
- Element does not have an alt attribute
- aria-label attribute does not exist or is empty
- aria-labelledby attribute does not exist, references elements that do not exist or references elements that are empty
- Element has no title attribute
- Element's default semantics were not overridden with role="none" or role="presentation"
<img src="https://img.lb.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/responsive/play-arrow.svg">
Fix any of the following:
- Element does not have an alt attribute
- aria-label attribute does not exist or is empty
- aria-labelledby attribute does not exist, references elements that do not exist or references elements that are empty
- Element has no title attribute
- Element's default semantics were not overridden with role="none" or role="presentation"
<img src="https://img.lb.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/responsive/play-arrow.svg">
Fix any of the following:
- Element does not have an alt attribute
- aria-label attribute does not exist or is empty
- aria-labelledby attribute does not exist, references elements that do not exist or references elements that are empty
- Element has no title attribute
- Element's default semantics were not overridden with role="none" or role="presentation"
<img src="https://img.lb.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/home_page/hp-nl-envelop.png?resize=484px:*&output-quality=70">
Fix any of the following:
- Element does not have an alt attribute
- aria-label attribute does not exist or is empty
- aria-labelledby attribute does not exist, references elements that do not exist or references elements that are empty
- Element has no title attribute
- Element's default semantics were not overridden with role="none" or role="presentation"
SeriousFrames must have an accessible name2 elements
Screen reader users rely on frame titles to understand frame content without exploring each one. Without descriptive, unique titles, users receive unhelpful information like "frame," "JavaScript," or URLs, making navigation through frames difficult and confusing.
Failing Elements
<iframe style="border: 0px; height: 90px; width: 728px; overflow: hidden;"></iframe>
Fix any of the following:
- Element has no title attribute
- aria-label attribute does not exist or is empty
- aria-labelledby attribute does not exist, references elements that do not exist or references elements that are empty
- Element's default semantics were not overridden with role="none" or role="presentation"
<iframe style="border: 0px; height: 90px; width: 728px; overflow: hidden;"></iframe>
Fix any of the following:
- Element has no title attribute
- aria-label attribute does not exist or is empty
- aria-labelledby attribute does not exist, references elements that do not exist or references elements that are empty
- Element's default semantics were not overridden with role="none" or role="presentation"
SeriousText must remain readable when spacing is increased3 elements
People with low vision and dyslexia increase line height, letter spacing, word spacing, and paragraph spacing so they can read. Fixed-height boxes and overflow: hidden containers clip or overlap that text, which is a loss of content under WCAG 1.4.12.
Failing Elements
<a href="javascript:void(0)">
<a href="javascript:void(0)">
<a href="javascript:void(0)">
SeriousLinks must have discernible text5 elements
Keyboard users and screen reader users can only interact with links that have accessible names and can receive focus. Without proper names, users don't know where links lead. Without keyboard focus, users who cannot use a mouse cannot activate the links at all.
Failing Elements
<a class="module-list-read-more-link" data-metrics-link="1" href="https://blogs.webmd.com/myasthenia-gravis/20261026/when-swallowing-becomes-a-struggle" data-v-51f9f917=""></a>
Fix all of the following:
- Element is in tab order and does not have accessible text
Fix any of the following:
- Element does not have text that is visible to screen readers
- aria-label attribute does not exist or is empty
- aria-labelledby attribute does not exist, references elements that do not exist or references elements that are empty
- Element has no title attribute
<a class="module-list-read-more-link" data-metrics-link="2" href="https://blogs.webmd.com/bipolar-disorder/20261026/when-bipolar-made-me-push-away-the-people-trying-to-help" data-v-51f9f917=""></a>
Fix all of the following:
- Element is in tab order and does not have accessible text
Fix any of the following:
- Element does not have text that is visible to screen readers
- aria-label attribute does not exist or is empty
- aria-labelledby attribute does not exist, references elements that do not exist or references elements that are empty
- Element has no title attribute
<a class="module-list-read-more-link" data-metrics-link="3" href="https://blogs.webmd.com/skin-care/20260126/skin-care-during-pregnancy-whats-safe-whats-not-aand-why-your-skin-feels-weird" data-v-51f9f917=""></a>
Fix all of the following:
- Element is in tab order and does not have accessible text
Fix any of the following:
- Element does not have text that is visible to screen readers
- aria-label attribute does not exist or is empty
- aria-labelledby attribute does not exist, references elements that do not exist or references elements that are empty
- Element has no title attribute
<a class="module-list-read-more-link" data-metrics-link="4" href="https://blogs.webmd.com/digestive-health/20260126/your-gut-health-colds-and-flu" data-v-51f9f917=""></a>
Fix all of the following:
- Element is in tab order and does not have accessible text
Fix any of the following:
- Element does not have text that is visible to screen readers
- aria-label attribute does not exist or is empty
- aria-labelledby attribute does not exist, references elements that do not exist or references elements that are empty
- Element has no title attribute
<a href="https://doctor.webmd.com" rel="nofollow">
Fix all of the following:
- Element is in tab order and does not have accessible text
Fix any of the following:
- Element does not have text that is visible to screen readers
- aria-label attribute does not exist or is empty
- aria-labelledby attribute does not exist, references elements that do not exist or references elements that are empty
- Element has no title attribute
SeriousInteractive controls must not be nested3 elements
Nested interactive elements create empty tab stops where screen readers remain silent. When users tab to a focusable element inside another interactive control, they receive no information about its name, role, or state, creating a confusing and broken navigation experience.
Failing Elements
<label class="webmd-checkbox webmd-checkbox--default webmd-checkbox--hovercolorgray webmd-checkbox--textcolorgray webmd-checkbox--small" role="checkbox" aria-checked="false">
Fix any of the following:
- Element has focusable descendants. Move them outside of the element, or remove them.
<label class="webmd-checkbox webmd-checkbox--default webmd-checkbox--hovercolorgray webmd-checkbox--textcolorgray webmd-checkbox--small" role="checkbox" aria-checked="false">
Fix any of the following:
- Element has focusable descendants. Move them outside of the element, or remove them.
<label class="webmd-checkbox webmd-checkbox--default webmd-checkbox--hovercolorgray webmd-checkbox--textcolorgray webmd-checkbox--small" role="checkbox" aria-checked="false">
Fix any of the following:
- Element has focusable descendants. Move them outside of the element, or remove them.
SeriousElements should not have tabindex greater than zero1 element
Using tabindex values greater than 0 creates unexpected tab orders that disorient users. It makes elements appear to be skipped when users tab past them, requires setting tabindex on every element to maintain order, and forces all tabindex items to be visited before any normal elements, breaking natural navigation flow.
Failing Elements
<div class="webmd-typeahead" tabindex="1001" title="" aria-haspopup="listbox" role="combobox" aria-expanded="false" aria-owns="webmd-typeahead" errormessage="The location you tried did not return a valid result. Please enter a valid location." matchwidth="true">
Fix any of the following:
- Element has a tabindex greater than 0
SeriousAll touch targets must be 24px large, or leave sufficient space3 elements
Touch targets must be large enough or spaced far enough apart to be activated without accidentally hitting adjacent controls. This helps users on mobile devices, people with hand tremors or mobility impairments, users in shaking environments like public transit, and anyone using one hand or large fingers to interact with the interface.
Failing Elements
<div data-v-0af7ed15="" class="webmd-rate" role="slider" aria-valuenow="3.8" aria-valuetext="" aria-valuemin="0" aria-valuemax="5" tabindex="0" aria-label="3.8">
Fix any of the following:
- Target has insufficient size (118px by 20px, should be at least 24px by 24px)
- Target has insufficient space to its closest neighbors. Safe clickable space has a diameter of 7.8px instead of at least 24px.
<div data-v-0af7ed15="" class="webmd-rate" role="slider" aria-valuenow="3.4" aria-valuetext="" aria-valuemin="0" aria-valuemax="5" tabindex="0" aria-label="3.4">
Fix any of the following:
- Target has insufficient size (118px by 20px, should be at least 24px by 24px)
- Target has insufficient space to its closest neighbors. Safe clickable space has a diameter of 1.4px instead of at least 24px.
<div data-v-0af7ed15="" class="webmd-rate" role="slider" aria-valuenow="3.4" aria-valuetext="" aria-valuemin="0" aria-valuemax="5" tabindex="0" aria-label="3.4">
Fix any of the following:
- Target has insufficient size (118px by 20px, should be at least 24px by 24px)
- Target has insufficient space to its closest neighbors. Safe clickable space has a diameter of 7.8px instead of at least 24px.
ModerateHeading levels should only increase by one1 element
Headings convey page structure for screen reader users the same way text size does for sighted users. Properly ordered headings (h1 through h6) allow screen reader users to quickly navigate and understand content structure, saving significant time and frustration while also improving search engine optimization.
Failing Elements
<h5 data-v-0af7ed15="" class="provider-name"><a data-v-0af7ed15="" href="https://doctor.webmd.com/doctor/tatyana-borodulin-193cde5a-72d1-4e86-925a-d9d695dbd37d-overview" rel="nofollow">Dr. Tatyana Borodulin</a></h5>
Fix any of the following:
- Heading order invalid
ModerateContentinfo landmark should not be contained in another landmark1 element
The contentinfo landmark must be at the top level to help screen reader users quickly navigate to footer information. When nested inside another landmark, it becomes harder to find, defeating its purpose of providing quick access to content information.
Failing Elements
<footer class="webmd-footer" data-js="global-footer" role="contentinfo" tabindex="-1">
Fix any of the following:
- The contentinfo landmark is contained in another landmark.
ModerateDocument should not have more than one contentinfo landmark1 element
Multiple contentinfo landmarks force screen reader users to sort through extra options to find footer information. Each page should have only one content info landmark to enable quick, predictable navigation without overwhelming users with duplicate structural markers.
Failing Elements
<footer role="contentinfo" tabindex="-1" data-js="global-footer">
Fix any of the following:
- Document has more than one contentinfo landmark
ModerateLandmarks should have a unique role or role/label/title (i.e. accessible name) combination1 element
Each landmark on a page must have either a unique role or a unique accessible name. Duplicate landmarks confuse screen reader users about which section they're navigating to, making it difficult to efficiently move through the page structure.
Failing Elements
<footer role="contentinfo" tabindex="-1" data-js="global-footer">
Fix any of the following:
- The landmark must have a unique aria-label, aria-labelledby, or title to make landmarks distinguishable
ModeratePage should contain a level-one heading5 elements
Screen reader users use keyboard shortcuts to jump directly to the first h1, expecting to land at the main content. Without an h1 or with a misplaced one, users must listen to more of the page to understand its structure, wasting valuable time on every page visit.
Failing Elements
<html lang="en" class="home-page class-bg-ghost ua_type_tablet ua_device_pc browserCH browserCH_156 browserCH_156_0 js" style="scrollbar-gutter: stable;">
Fix all of the following:
- Page must have a level-one heading
<html lang="en">
Fix all of the following:
- Page must have a level-one heading
<html><head></head><body></body></html>
Fix all of the following:
- Page must have a level-one heading
<html lang="en">
Fix all of the following:
- Page must have a level-one heading
<html><head></head><body></body></html>
Fix all of the following:
- Page must have a level-one heading
ModerateAll page content should be contained by landmarks15 elements
Content should be organized within high-level landmark regions like <header>, <navigation>, <main>, and <footer>. Content outside these sections is difficult to find and its purpose may be unclear, making navigation inefficient for screen reader users who rely on landmarks to understand page structure.
Failing Elements
<div class="webmd-container" data-v-b1bca95e="">
Fix any of the following:
- Some page content is not contained by landmarks
<div data-v-0af7ed15="" class="provider-img-wrapper">
Fix any of the following:
- Some page content is not contained by landmarks
<div data-v-0af7ed15="" class="info">
Fix any of the following:
- Some page content is not contained by landmarks
<span data-v-0af7ed15="">(408) 317-3507</span>
Fix any of the following:
- Some page content is not contained by landmarks
<a data-v-0af7ed15="" class="webmd-button webmd-button--medium webmd-button--text" native-type="link" rel="nofollow" href="https://doctor.webmd.com/doctor/tatyana-borodulin-193cde5a-72d1-4e86-925a-d9d695dbd37d-overview" type="text"><span data-v-0af7ed15="">View Full Profile</span></a>
Fix any of the following:
- Some page content is not contained by landmarks
<div data-v-0af7ed15="" class="provider-img-wrapper">
Fix any of the following:
- Some page content is not contained by landmarks
<div data-v-0af7ed15="" class="info">
Fix any of the following:
- Some page content is not contained by landmarks
<span data-v-0af7ed15="">(408) 290-6891</span>
Fix any of the following:
- Some page content is not contained by landmarks
<a data-v-0af7ed15="" class="webmd-button webmd-button--medium webmd-button--text" native-type="link" rel="nofollow" href="https://doctor.webmd.com/doctor/tiffany-davies-cf73bc45-5149-4a80-b81e-d8ce5b2cda55-overview" type="text"><span data-v-0af7ed15="">View Full Profile</span></a>
Fix any of the following:
- Some page content is not contained by landmarks
<div data-v-0af7ed15="" class="provider-img-wrapper">
Fix any of the following:
- Some page content is not contained by landmarks
Showing first 10 of 15 failing elements.
MinorARIA role should be appropriate for the element3 elements
Invalid ARIA role and HTML element combinations can break accessibility for entire sections of your application. When roles are used incorrectly, assistive technologies may report confusing or nonsensical information to users, making it impossible for them to understand and interact with the interface properly.
Failing Elements
<label class="webmd-checkbox webmd-checkbox--default webmd-checkbox--hovercolorgray webmd-checkbox--textcolorgray webmd-checkbox--small" role="checkbox" aria-checked="false">
Fix any of the following:
- ARIA role checkbox is not allowed for given element
<label class="webmd-checkbox webmd-checkbox--default webmd-checkbox--hovercolorgray webmd-checkbox--textcolorgray webmd-checkbox--small" role="checkbox" aria-checked="false">
Fix any of the following:
- ARIA role checkbox is not allowed for given element
<label class="webmd-checkbox webmd-checkbox--default webmd-checkbox--hovercolorgray webmd-checkbox--textcolorgray webmd-checkbox--small" role="checkbox" aria-checked="false">
Fix any of the following:
- ARIA role checkbox is not allowed for given element
Passed audits53 across 1 page
<html> element must have a lang attribute1 element
Screen readers need language information to switch between pronunciation libraries. Without a specified language, screen readers default to the user's preferred language, resulting in incorrect pronunciation that sounds like a strange accent and makes content difficult or impossible to understand.
Audit Elements
<html lang="en" class="home-page class-bg-ghost ua_type_tablet ua_device_pc browserCH browserCH_156 browserCH_156_0 js" style="scrollbar-gutter: stable;">
<html> element must have a valid value for the lang attribute3 elements
Screen readers use language-specific sound libraries for proper pronunciation. Invalid language attributes cause screen readers to use the wrong library, making text sound like a confusing accent or completely unintelligible, especially for multilingual users who access content in multiple languages.
Audit Elements
<html lang="en" class="home-page class-bg-ghost ua_type_tablet ua_device_pc browserCH browserCH_156 browserCH_156_0 js" style="scrollbar-gutter: stable;">
<html lang="en">
<html lang="en">
<li> elements must be contained in a <ul> or <ol>116 elements
Lists require proper semantic hierarchy with ul or ol parent elements and li child elements. This structure allows screen readers to announce when users enter a list, how many items it contains, and which item they're currently on, providing essential context for understanding the content.
Audit Elements
<li class="" aria-label="Expand Conditions Menu" data-metrics-module="hdr-site-1">
<li class="" aria-label="Expand Drugs & Supplements Menu" data-metrics-module="hdr-site-2">
<li class="" aria-label="Expand Well-Being Menu" data-metrics-module="hdr-site-3">
<li class="vn-link" aria-label="Expand Symptom Checker Menu" data-metrics-module="hdr-site-4"><a href="https://symptoms.webmd.com/default.htm" data-metrics-link="0">Symptom Checker</a><!----></li>
<li class="vn-link" aria-label="Expand Find a Doctor Menu" data-metrics-module="hdr-site-5"><a href="https://doctor.webmd.com/" data-metrics-link="0">Find a Doctor</a><!----></li>
Showing first 5 of 116 audited elements.
<ul> and <ol> must only directly contain <li>, <script> or <template> elements16 elements
Lists must contain only li elements as direct children (besides non-content elements like script or style). When other content elements appear within ul or ol tags, screen readers cannot properly inform users they're listening to list items, breaking the expected list navigation experience.
Audit Elements
<ul class="vn-links-list">
<ul class="module-list">
<ul data-v-c1b0e4cc="" class="trends-list">
<ul class="module-list">
<ul class="module-list">
Showing first 5 of 16 audited elements.
All page content should be contained by landmarks955 elements
Content should be organized within high-level landmark regions like <header>, <navigation>, <main>, and <footer>. Content outside these sections is difficult to find and its purpose may be unclear, making navigation inefficient for screen reader users who rely on landmarks to understand page structure.
Audit Elements
<div id="rootApp">
<div id="app" class="">
<div class="page-skwebmdton"><div data-e2e="cms-router"></div><div></div><!----></div>
<div data-e2e="cms-router"></div>
<div></div>
Showing first 5 of 955 audited elements.
All touch targets must be 24px large, or leave sufficient space176 elements
Touch targets must be large enough or spaced far enough apart to be activated without accidentally hitting adjacent controls. This helps users on mobile devices, people with hand tremors or mobility impairments, users in shaking environments like public transit, and anyone using one hand or large fingers to interact with the interface.
Audit Elements
<a href="#main-container" class="vn-skip-to-main"> Skip to main content </a>
<a href="https://www.webmd.com/" class="vn-logo" aria-label="WebMD Home" data-metrics-module="core" data-metrics-link="logo"><img class="" src="https://img.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/logos/webmd/web/webmd_logo_white.svg" alt="Logo for WebMD"></a>
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-1" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-1" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Conditions" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Conditions <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-2" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-2" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Drugs & Supplements" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-3" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-3" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Well-Being" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Well-Being <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
Showing first 5 of 176 audited elements.
Alternative text of images should not be repeated as text46 elements
Duplicating alternative text adjacent to an image or link forces screen readers to announce the same information twice. This redundancy is unnecessary and confusing, especially when image buttons repeat their labels in nearby text.
Audit Elements
<img class="" src="https://img.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/logos/webmd/web/webmd_logo_white.svg" alt="Logo for WebMD">
<img class="module-list-image" src="https://img.lb.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/2/f/5/8c70e86e-7902-41a1-9937-383d6033c5f2/1800x1200-olivia-munn-breast-cancer-real-stories-other.jpg?resize=484px:*&output-quality=70" alt="photo of Olivia Munn">
<img class="module-list-image" src="https://img.lb.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/articles/health_tools/tips_for_caring_for_yourself_with_pnh_slideshow/1800ss_getty_rf_salmon_filet.jpg?resize=484px:*&output-quality=70" alt="">
<img class="module-list-image" src="https://img.lb.wbmds..." alt="Senior couple walkin...">
<img class="module-list-image" src="https://img.lb.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/article_thumbnails/reference_guide/talking_in_your_sleep_ref_guide/1800x1200_talking_in_your_sleep_ref_guide.jpg?resize=484px:*&output-quality=70" alt="photo of woman sleeping">
Showing first 5 of 46 audited elements.
ARIA attributes must be used as specified for the element's role37 elements
Using ARIA attributes where they're not expected causes unpredictable behavior in assistive technologies. Following the ARIA specification ensures that screen readers and other tools can properly interpret and communicate your content's meaning to people with disabilities.
Audit Elements
<nav class="vn-wrapper" style="" aria-label="Primary Site Menu" itemscope="itemscope" itemtype="https://schema.org/SiteNavigationElement">
<a href="https://www.webmd.com/" class="vn-logo" aria-label="WebMD Home" data-metrics-module="core" data-metrics-link="logo"><img class="" src="https://img.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/logos/webmd/web/webmd_logo_white.svg" alt="Logo for WebMD"></a>
<li class="" aria-label="Expand Conditions Menu" data-metrics-module="hdr-site-1">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-1" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-1" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Conditions" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Conditions <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<li class="" aria-label="Expand Drugs & Supplements Menu" data-metrics-module="hdr-site-2">
Showing first 5 of 37 audited elements.
ARIA attributes must conform to valid names37 elements
Misspelled or non-existent ARIA attributes cannot perform their intended accessibility function. Assistive technologies rely on correctly spelled, current ARIA attributes to convey proper user interface behaviors and structural information to people with disabilities.
Audit Elements
<nav class="vn-wrapper" style="" aria-label="Primary Site Menu" itemscope="itemscope" itemtype="https://schema.org/SiteNavigationElement">
<a href="https://www.webmd.com/" class="vn-logo" aria-label="WebMD Home" data-metrics-module="core" data-metrics-link="logo"><img class="" src="https://img.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/logos/webmd/web/webmd_logo_white.svg" alt="Logo for WebMD"></a>
<li class="" aria-label="Expand Conditions Menu" data-metrics-module="hdr-site-1">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-1" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-1" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Conditions" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Conditions <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<li class="" aria-label="Expand Drugs & Supplements Menu" data-metrics-module="hdr-site-2">
Showing first 5 of 37 audited elements.
ARIA attributes must conform to valid values37 elements
ARIA attributes must contain correctly spelled values that match the attribute's expected options. Invalid values prevent the accessibility feature from working, making content inaccessible to assistive technology users who depend on these attributes for navigation and interaction.
Audit Elements
<nav class="vn-wrapper" style="" aria-label="Primary Site Menu" itemscope="itemscope" itemtype="https://schema.org/SiteNavigationElement">
<a href="https://www.webmd.com/" class="vn-logo" aria-label="WebMD Home" data-metrics-module="core" data-metrics-link="logo"><img class="" src="https://img.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/logos/webmd/web/webmd_logo_white.svg" alt="Logo for WebMD"></a>
<li class="" aria-label="Expand Conditions Menu" data-metrics-module="hdr-site-1">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-1" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-1" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Conditions" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Conditions <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<li class="" aria-label="Expand Drugs & Supplements Menu" data-metrics-module="hdr-site-2">
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ARIA commands must have an accessible name4 elements
Screen reader users cannot determine the purpose of interactive elements with role="link", role="button", or role="menuitem" that lack an accessible name. Without a name, these controls are essentially invisible to assistive technology users.
Audit Elements
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-1" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-1" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Conditions" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Conditions <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-2" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-2" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Drugs & Supplements" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-3" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-3" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Well-Being" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Well-Being <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-6" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-6" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="More" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">More <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
ARIA hidden element must not be focusable or contain focusable elements8 elements
Elements with aria-hidden="true" are removed from the accessibility API but remain keyboard-focusable, creating confusion about their visibility state. When users tab to these hidden elements, screen readers stay silent, leaving users unaware of what they've focused on or why nothing is being announced.
Audit Elements
<svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" aria-hidden="true">
<h2 id="ot-pc-title-mobile" aria-hidden="true">Privacy Preference center</h2>
<input type="checkbox" name="switch" id="ot-sub-group-id-C0002" data-optanongroupid="C0002" class="cookie-subgroup-handler" aria-label="Performance Cookies" aria-hidden="true">
<input type="checkbox" name="switch" id="ot-sub-group-id-C0004" data-optanongroupid="C0004" class="cookie-subgroup-handler" aria-label="Targeting Cookies" aria-hidden="true">
<input type="checkbox" name="switch" id="ot-sub-group-id-C0003" data-optanongroupid="C0003" class="cookie-subgroup-handler" aria-label="Functional Cookies" aria-hidden="true">
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ARIA input fields must have an accessible name3 elements
ARIA input fields with roles like combobox, listbox, searchbox, slider, spinbutton, and textbox must have accessible names. Without names, screen reader users cannot identify what information these fields expect or their purpose in the form.
Audit Elements
<div data-v-0af7ed15="" class="webmd-rate" role="slider" aria-valuenow="3.8" aria-valuetext="" aria-valuemin="0" aria-valuemax="5" tabindex="0" aria-label="3.8">
<div data-v-0af7ed15="" class="webmd-rate" role="slider" aria-valuenow="3.4" aria-valuetext="" aria-valuemin="0" aria-valuemax="5" tabindex="0" aria-label="3.4">
<div data-v-0af7ed15="" class="webmd-rate" role="slider" aria-valuenow="3.4" aria-valuetext="" aria-valuemin="0" aria-valuemax="5" tabindex="0" aria-label="3.4">
ARIA role should be appropriate for the element38 elements
Invalid ARIA role and HTML element combinations can break accessibility for entire sections of your application. When roles are used incorrectly, assistive technologies may report confusing or nonsensical information to users, making it impossible for them to understand and interact with the interface properly.
Audit Elements
<header class="global-header" role="banner" tabindex="-1" data-js="global-header">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-1" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-1" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Conditions" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Conditions <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-2" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-2" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Drugs & Supplements" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-3" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-3" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Well-Being" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Well-Being <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-6" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-6" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="More" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">More <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
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ARIA roles used must conform to valid values16 elements
Invalid ARIA role values prevent assistive technologies from understanding and communicating the element's purpose to users. Without valid roles, screen readers cannot provide information about the element's features, properties, or how users should interact with it.
Audit Elements
<header class="global-header" role="banner" tabindex="-1" data-js="global-header">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-1" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-1" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Conditions" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Conditions <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-2" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-2" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Drugs & Supplements" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-3" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-3" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Well-Being" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Well-Being <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-6" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-6" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="More" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">More <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
Showing first 5 of 16 audited elements.
ARIA toggle fields must have an accessible name3 elements
Toggle controls like checkbox, menu, menuitemcheckbox, menuitemradio, radio, radiogroup, and switch require accessible names. Without names, screen reader users cannot identify what option they're toggling or selecting.
Audit Elements
<label class="webmd-checkbox webmd-checkbox--default webmd-checkbox--hovercolorgray webmd-checkbox--textcolorgray webmd-checkbox--small" role="checkbox" aria-checked="false">
<label class="webmd-checkbox webmd-checkbox--default webmd-checkbox--hovercolorgray webmd-checkbox--textcolorgray webmd-checkbox--small" role="checkbox" aria-checked="false">
<label class="webmd-checkbox webmd-checkbox--default webmd-checkbox--hovercolorgray webmd-checkbox--textcolorgray webmd-checkbox--small" role="checkbox" aria-checked="false">
aria-hidden="true" must not be present on the document body1 element
Setting <body aria-hidden="true" hides all page content from assistive technologies while leaving it visible on screen. This creates a confusing experience where keyboard users can still tab to elements, but screen readers remain completely silent, providing no information about what's focused.
Audit Elements
<body class="main-nav-stick" style="padding-top: 75px;">
autocomplete attribute must be used correctly3 elements
Missing or incorrect autocomplete values make forms inaccessible to screen reader users. Screen readers cannot provide adequate information about form fields without proper autocomplete attributes, preventing users from understanding what information is required and how to complete forms correctly.
Audit Elements
<input class="webmd-input__inner" type="text" autocomplete="off" value="" placeholder="Enter your email address" aria-label="Enter your email address">
<input class="webmd-input__inner" type="text" autocomplete="off" value="Santa Clara, CA 9505..." popperclass="geo-search-region" placeholder="Zip Code or City, St..." errormessage="The location you tri..." valuekey="value" matchwidth="true" triggeronfocus="false" triggeratlength="3" ...>
<input class="webmd-input__inner" type="text" autocomplete="off" placeholder="Enter your email address" aria-label="Enter your email address" value="">
Banner landmark should not be contained in another landmark1 element
Banner landmarks must be top-level to effectively designate the header portion of the page. Nested banner landmarks fail to provide the structural information screen reader users need to navigate efficiently through the page layout.
Audit Elements
<header class="global-header" role="banner" tabindex="-1" data-js="global-header">
Buttons must have discernible text5 elements
Screen reader users cannot determine the purpose of buttons without an accessible name. Without a name, users don't know what action the button will perform when activated.
Audit Elements
<button class="webmd-button webmd-button--secondary webmd-button--medium" type="button"><!----><!----><span><!--[--> Subscribe <!--]--></span></button>
<button class="vn-menu-btn vn-search vn-dt" aria-label="Search">
<button class="webmd-button webmd-button--primary webmd-button--medium is-disabled" disabled="" type="button"><!----><!----><span><!--[--> Subscribe <!--]--></span></button>
<button class="webmd-button webmd-button--primary webmd-button--medium submit-btn" type="submit"><!----><i class="webmd-icon-search"></i><span><!--[--> Search <!--]--></span></button>
<button class="webmd-button webmd-button--primary webmd-button--medium is-disabled" disabled="" type="button"><!----><!----><span> Subscribe </span></button>
Contentinfo landmark should not be contained in another landmark1 element
The contentinfo landmark must be at the top level to help screen reader users quickly navigate to footer information. When nested inside another landmark, it becomes harder to find, defeating its purpose of providing quick access to content information.
Audit Elements
<footer role="contentinfo" tabindex="-1" data-js="global-footer">
Deprecated ARIA roles must not be used16 elements
Deprecated ARIA roles are not recognized by modern screen readers and assistive technologies. Using outdated roles means some users cannot access essential information or functionality on your site.
Audit Elements
<header class="global-header" role="banner" tabindex="-1" data-js="global-header">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-1" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-1" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Conditions" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Conditions <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-2" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-2" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Drugs & Supplements" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-3" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-3" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Well-Being" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Well-Being <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-6" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-6" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="More" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">More <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
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Document should have one main landmark5 elements
Every page should have exactly one main landmark that identifies the primary content. Without a main landmark, screen reader users must navigate through all content linearly to find what they're looking for, making page navigation difficult and time-consuming.
Audit Elements
<html lang="en" class="home-page class-bg-ghost ua_type_tablet ua_device_pc browserCH browserCH_156 browserCH_156_0 js" style="scrollbar-gutter: stable;">
<html lang="en">
<html><head></head><body></body></html>
<html lang="en">
<html><head></head><body></body></html>
Document should not have more than one banner landmark1 element
Multiple banner landmarks force screen reader users to sort through duplicate options to find header information. Each page should have only one banner landmark to enable quick, predictable navigation to the header without overwhelming users with unnecessary choices.
Audit Elements
<header class="global-header" role="banner" tabindex="-1" data-js="global-header">
Document should not have more than one main landmark1 element
Multiple main landmarks confuse screen reader users about where the primary content is located. Each page should have only one main landmark so users can quickly and predictably navigate to the primary content area.
Audit Elements
<main id="global-main" role="main" tabindex="-1" data-js="global-main" class="resp-1-col">
Documents must have <title> element to aid in navigation1 element
The page title is the first thing screen reader users hear when loading a page. Without a descriptive, unique title, users must read through the entire page to understand its contents and purpose, wasting valuable time on every page visit.
Audit Elements
<html lang="en" class="home-page class-bg-ghost ua_type_tablet ua_device_pc browserCH browserCH_156 browserCH_156_0 js" style="scrollbar-gutter: stable;">
Elements marked as presentational should be consistently ignored7 elements
Elements with role="none" or role="presentation" should be removed from the accessibility tree. Adding global ARIA attributes or making these elements focusable prevents their removal, leaving them accessible to screen readers when they should be ignored, creating unexpected and confusing behavior.
Audit Elements
<img class="module-list-image" src="https://img.lb.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/articles/health_tools/tips_for_caring_for_yourself_with_pnh_slideshow/1800ss_getty_rf_salmon_filet.jpg?resize=484px:*&output-quality=70" alt="">
<img data-v-c1b0e4cc="" class="trend-arrow" src="https://img.lb.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/responsive/icon_arrow.svg" alt="">
<img data-v-c1b0e4cc="" class="trend-arrow" src="https://img.lb.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/responsive/icon_arrow.svg" alt="">
<img data-v-c1b0e4cc="" class="trend-arrow" src="https://img.lb.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/responsive/icon_arrow.svg" alt="">
<img data-v-c1b0e4cc="" class="trend-arrow" src="https://img.lb.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/responsive/icon_arrow.svg" alt="">
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Elements must have their visible text as part of their accessible name5 elements
Interactive widgets that support name from content must have aria-label or aria-labelledby values that match their visible text. Mismatches confuse voice control users who speak the visible label but activate a different function based on the hidden accessible name.
Audit Elements
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-1" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-1" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Conditions" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Conditions <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-2" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-2" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Drugs & Supplements" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-3" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-3" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Well-Being" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Well-Being <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-6" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-6" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="More" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">More <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<a class="vn-signin" href="https://member.webmd.com/signin?appid=1&returl=https://www.webmd.com/default.htm" aria-label="Log In" data-metrics-module="reg-login"> Log In </a>
Elements must meet minimum color contrast ratio thresholds171 elements
People with low vision or color blindness cannot read text that lacks sufficient contrast with its background. With nearly three times more people having low vision than total blindness, and 8% of men and 0.4% of women having color deficiencies, adequate contrast is essential for making text readable to millions of users.
Audit Elements
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-1" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-1" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Conditions" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Conditions <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-2" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-2" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Drugs & Supplements" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-3" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-3" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Well-Being" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Well-Being <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<a href="https://symptoms.webmd.com/default.htm" data-metrics-link="0">Symptom Checker</a>
<a href="https://doctor.webmd.com/" data-metrics-link="0">Find a Doctor</a>
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Elements must only use permitted ARIA attributes37 elements
Using prohibited ARIA attributes prevents important information from reaching assistive technology users. It also causes assistive technologies to behave inconsistently as they attempt to compensate for the error.
Audit Elements
<nav class="vn-wrapper" style="" aria-label="Primary Site Menu" itemscope="itemscope" itemtype="https://schema.org/SiteNavigationElement">
<a href="https://www.webmd.com/" class="vn-logo" aria-label="WebMD Home" data-metrics-module="core" data-metrics-link="logo"><img class="" src="https://img.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/logos/webmd/web/webmd_logo_white.svg" alt="Logo for WebMD"></a>
<li class="" aria-label="Expand Conditions Menu" data-metrics-module="hdr-site-1">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-1" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-1" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Conditions" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Conditions <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<li class="" aria-label="Expand Drugs & Supplements Menu" data-metrics-module="hdr-site-2">
Showing first 5 of 37 audited elements.
Elements must only use supported ARIA attributes34 elements
Using ARIA attributes in roles where they're not allowed can disable accessibility for entire sections of your application. Invalid attribute-role combinations create conflicts that cause assistive technologies to report incorrect or nonsensical information about your interface.
Audit Elements
<nav class="vn-wrapper" style="" aria-label="Primary Site Menu" itemscope="itemscope" itemtype="https://schema.org/SiteNavigationElement">
<a href="https://www.webmd.com/" class="vn-logo" aria-label="WebMD Home" data-metrics-module="core" data-metrics-link="logo"><img class="" src="https://img.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/logos/webmd/web/webmd_logo_white.svg" alt="Logo for WebMD"></a>
<li class="" aria-label="Expand Conditions Menu" data-metrics-module="hdr-site-1">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-1" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-1" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Conditions" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Conditions <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<li class="" aria-label="Expand Drugs & Supplements Menu" data-metrics-module="hdr-site-2">
Showing first 5 of 34 audited elements.
Elements should not have tabindex greater than zero25 elements
Using tabindex values greater than 0 creates unexpected tab orders that disorient users. It makes elements appear to be skipped when users tab past them, requires setting tabindex on every element to maintain order, and forces all tabindex items to be visited before any normal elements, breaking natural navigation flow.
Audit Elements
<header class="global-header" role="banner" tabindex="-1" data-js="global-header">
<div class="webmd-row pane" style="" span="24" id="ContentPane1" tabindex="-1">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-1" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-1" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Conditions" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Conditions <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-2" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-2" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Drugs & Supplements" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-3" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-3" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Well-Being" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Well-Being <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
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Focused elements must not be entirely hidden by author-created content49 elements
Keyboard users have no pointer to show where they are. The focus indicator is their only cue, and a sticky header, footer, cookie banner, or other author-created overlay that completely hides the focused control strands them with no idea what will activate next.
Audit Elements
<div class="webmd-typeahead" tabindex="1001" title="" aria-haspopup="listbox" role="combobox" aria-expanded="false" aria-owns="webmd-typeahead" errormessage="The location you tried did not return a valid resu..." matchwidth="true">
<a href="https://www.webmd.com/" class="vn-logo" aria-label="WebMD Home" data-metrics-module="core" data-metrics-link="logo">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-1" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-1" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Conditions" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-2" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-2" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Drugs & Supplements" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-3" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-3" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Well-Being" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">
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Form elements must have labels6 elements
Form labels are essential for screen reader users to understand what information each field requires. Without proper labels, screen readers cannot identify input expectations, fields don't receive focus when announced, and users with motor impairments lose the benefit of larger clickable areas that labels provide.
Audit Elements
<input class="webmd-checkbox__original" type="checkbox" value="Daily Updates">
<input class="webmd-checkbox__original" type="checkbox" value="Women's Health">
<input class="webmd-checkbox__original" type="checkbox" value="Good Health">
<input class="webmd-input__inner" type="text" autocomplete="off" value="" placeholder="Enter your email address" aria-label="Enter your email address">
<input class="webmd-input__inner" type="text" autocomplete="off" value="Santa Clara, CA 9505..." popperclass="geo-search-region" placeholder="Zip Code or City, St..." errormessage="The location you tri..." valuekey="value" matchwidth="true" triggeronfocus="false" triggeratlength="3" ...>
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Form elements should have a visible label6 elements
The title and aria-describedby attributes provide supplementary hints, not labels. Screen readers treat these as advisory information rather than true labels, which prevents them from properly conveying the form element's purpose. Form fields need proper labels that can be programmatically determined.
Audit Elements
<input class="webmd-checkbox__original" type="checkbox" value="Daily Updates">
<input class="webmd-checkbox__original" type="checkbox" value="Women's Health">
<input class="webmd-checkbox__original" type="checkbox" value="Good Health">
<input class="webmd-input__inner" type="text" autocomplete="off" value="" placeholder="Enter your email address" aria-label="Enter your email address">
<input class="webmd-input__inner" type="text" autocomplete="off" value="Santa Clara, CA 9505..." popperclass="geo-search-region" placeholder="Zip Code or City, St..." errormessage="The location you tri..." valuekey="value" matchwidth="true" triggeronfocus="false" triggeratlength="3" ...>
Showing first 5 of 6 audited elements.
Form field must not have multiple label elements6 elements
Multiple labels on the same form field cause inconsistent behavior across screen reader and browser combinations. Some will read the first label, others the last, and some will read both, creating confusion about what information the field requires.
Audit Elements
<input class="webmd-checkbox__original" type="checkbox" value="Daily Updates">
<input class="webmd-checkbox__original" type="checkbox" value="Women's Health">
<input class="webmd-checkbox__original" type="checkbox" value="Good Health">
<input class="webmd-input__inner" type="text" autocomplete="off" value="" placeholder="Enter your email address" aria-label="Enter your email address">
<input class="webmd-input__inner" type="text" autocomplete="off" value="Santa Clara, CA 9505..." popperclass="geo-search-region" placeholder="Zip Code or City, St..." errormessage="The location you tri..." valuekey="value" matchwidth="true" triggeronfocus="false" triggeratlength="3" ...>
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Frames must have an accessible name2 elements
Screen reader users rely on frame titles to understand frame content without exploring each one. Without descriptive, unique titles, users receive unhelpful information like "frame," "JavaScript," or URLs, making navigation through frames difficult and confusing.
Audit Elements
<iframe id="google_ads_iframe_/4..." name="google_ads_iframe_/4..." title="3rd party ad content" width="728" height="90" scrolling="no" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" frameborder="0" aria-label="Advertisement" tabindex="0" allow="private-state-token-..." data-load-complete="true" ...>
<iframe id="google_ads_iframe_/4..." name="google_ads_iframe_/4..." title="3rd party ad content" width="728" height="90" scrolling="no" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" frameborder="0" aria-label="Advertisement" tabindex="0" allow="private-state-token-..." data-load-complete="true" ...>
Heading levels should only increase by one110 elements
Headings convey page structure for screen reader users the same way text size does for sighted users. Properly ordered headings (h1 through h6) allow screen reader users to quickly navigate and understand content structure, saving significant time and frustration while also improving search engine optimization.
Audit Elements
<h2>Top Stories</h2>
<h3 class="module-list-title">Olivia Munn on Her Breast Cancer Journey and What She Wants Women to Know</h3>
<h3 class="module-list-title">Which Foods May Help Support Brain Health?</h3>
<h3 class="module-list-title">How to Boost Your Energy After 60</h3>
<h3 class="module-list-title">Simple Habits That Can Help You Sleep Better</h3>
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Headings should not be empty111 elements
Screen readers announce headings to help users navigate page structure. Empty headings confuse users and prevent them from understanding the page's organization. Headings should only be used to convey structure, not for visual styling, and must contain accessible text that screen readers can announce.
Audit Elements
<h2>Top Stories</h2>
<h3 class="module-list-title">Olivia Munn on Her Breast Cancer Journey and What She Wants Women to Know</h3>
<h3 class="module-list-title">Which Foods May Help Support Brain Health?</h3>
<h3 class="module-list-title">How to Boost Your Energy After 60</h3>
<h3 class="module-list-title">Simple Habits That Can Help You Sleep Better</h3>
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IDs used in ARIA and labels must be unique23 elements
Duplicate IDs break the accessibility of ARIA elements, form labels, and table headers. When IDs are duplicated, assistive technologies and scripts only reference the first instance, causing subsequent elements with the same ID to be ignored or incorrectly associated.
Audit Elements
<div class="vn-links" id="vn-links">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-1" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-1" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Conditions" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Conditions <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<div class="vn-menu-section hdr-site-1" id="vn-menu-hdr-site-1" aria-labelledby="vn-link-hdr-site-1" inert="">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-2" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-2" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Drugs & Supplements" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">
<div class="vn-menu-section hdr-site-2" id="vn-menu-hdr-site-2" aria-labelledby="vn-link-hdr-site-2" inert="">
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Images must have alternative text40 elements
Screen readers cannot translate images into text without alt attributes. Alternative text is essential for blind users and beneficial for users with low vision or color blindness, providing the same information that sighted users get from viewing the image.
Audit Elements
<img class="" src="https://img.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/logos/webmd/web/webmd_logo_white.svg" alt="Logo for WebMD">
<img class="module-list-image" src="https://img.lb.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/2/f/5/8c70e86e-7902-41a1-9937-383d6033c5f2/1800x1200-olivia-munn-breast-cancer-real-stories-other.jpg?resize=484px:*&output-quality=70" alt="photo of Olivia Munn">
<img class="module-list-image" src="https://img.lb.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/articles/health_tools/tips_for_caring_for_yourself_with_pnh_slideshow/1800ss_getty_rf_salmon_filet.jpg?resize=484px:*&output-quality=70" alt="">
<img class="module-list-image" src="https://img.lb.wbmds..." alt="Senior couple walkin...">
<img class="module-list-image" src="https://img.lb.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/article_thumbnails/reference_guide/talking_in_your_sleep_ref_guide/1800x1200_talking_in_your_sleep_ref_guide.jpg?resize=484px:*&output-quality=70" alt="photo of woman sleeping">
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Inline text spacing must be adjustable with custom stylesheets21 elements
Single-spaced text makes it difficult for people with cognitive disabilities to track lines while reading. Providing line spacing between 1.5 to 2 helps these users start a new line more easily after finishing the previous one.
Audit Elements
<html lang="en" class="home-page class-bg-ghost ua_type_tablet ua_device_pc browserCH browserCH_156 browserCH_156_0 js" style="scrollbar-gutter: stable;">
<body class="main-nav-stick" style="padding-top: 75px;">
<div class="webmd-row pane" style="" span="24" id="ContentPane1" tabindex="-1">
<nav class="vn-wrapper" style="" aria-label="Primary Site Menu" itemscope="itemscope" itemtype="https://schema.org/SiteNavigationElement">
<div class="webmd-row" style="" span="24">
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Interactive controls must not be nested54 elements
Nested interactive elements create empty tab stops where screen readers remain silent. When users tab to a focusable element inside another interactive control, they receive no information about its name, role, or state, creating a confusing and broken navigation experience.
Audit Elements
<img class="" src="https://img.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/logos/webmd/web/webmd_logo_white.svg" alt="Logo for WebMD">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-1" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-1" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Conditions" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Conditions <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-2" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-2" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Drugs & Supplements" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-3" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-3" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Well-Being" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Well-Being <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-6" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-6" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="More" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">More <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
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Interactive elements must have a visible focus indicator50 elements
Sighted keyboard users rely on a visible focus indicator to know where they are on the page. When focus styles are missing, too subtle, or have insufficient contrast against the surrounding colors, users cannot tell which element will respond when they press Enter or Space, making keyboard navigation slow and error-prone. This especially affects people with motor impairments who cannot use a mouse and people with low vision who need clear, high-contrast indicators.
Audit Elements
<div class="webmd-typeahead" tabindex="1001" title="" aria-haspopup="listbox" role="combobox" aria-expanded="false" aria-owns="webmd-typeahead" errormessage="The location you tried did not return a valid resu..." matchwidth="true">
<a href="#main-container" class="vn-skip-to-main">
<a href="https://www.webmd.com/" class="vn-logo" aria-label="WebMD Home" data-metrics-module="core" data-metrics-link="logo">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-1" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-1" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Conditions" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-2" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-2" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Drugs & Supplements" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">
Showing first 5 of 50 audited elements.
Landmarks should have a unique role or role/label/title (i.e. accessible name) combination3 elements
Each landmark on a page must have either a unique role or a unique accessible name. Duplicate landmarks confuse screen reader users about which section they're navigating to, making it difficult to efficiently move through the page structure.
Audit Elements
<header class="global-header" role="banner" tabindex="-1" data-js="global-header">
<nav class="vn-wrapper" style="" aria-label="Primary Site Menu" itemscope="itemscope" itemtype="https://schema.org/SiteNavigationElement">
<main id="global-main" role="main" tabindex="-1" data-js="global-main" class="resp-1-col">
Links must be distinguishable without relying on color6 elements
People with low vision or color blindness cannot visually distinguish links from surrounding text without sufficient color contrast (3:1 ratio minimum). When link colors are too similar to regular text, users with visual impairments cannot identify which text is clickable.
Audit Elements
<a href="https://www.webmd.com/about-webmd-policies/about-terms-and-conditions-of-use" target="_blank" class="newsletter-terms" data-metrics-link="tc" data-metrics-type="adhoc"> Terms & Conditions </a>
<a href="https://www.webmd.com/about-webmd-policies/about-privacy-policy" target="_blank" class="newsletter-privacy" data-metrics-link="pp" data-metrics-type="adhoc"> Privacy Policy </a>
<a href="https://policies.google.com/privacy" target="_blank" class="newsletter-privacy google"> Privacy Policy </a>
<a href="https://policies.google.com/terms" target="_blank" class="newsletter-terms google"> Terms of Service </a>
<a href="https://www.internetbrands.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-offsite-exclude="">Internet Brands</a>
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Links must have discernible text164 elements
Keyboard users and screen reader users can only interact with links that have accessible names and can receive focus. Without proper names, users don't know where links lead. Without keyboard focus, users who cannot use a mouse cannot activate the links at all.
Audit Elements
<a href="#main-container" class="vn-skip-to-main"> Skip to main content </a>
<a href="https://www.webmd.com/" class="vn-logo" aria-label="WebMD Home" data-metrics-module="core" data-metrics-link="logo"><img class="" src="https://img.wbmdstatic.com/vim/live/webmd/consumer_assets/site_images/logos/webmd/web/webmd_logo_white.svg" alt="Logo for WebMD"></a>
<a href="https://symptoms.webmd.com/default.htm" data-metrics-link="0">Symptom Checker</a>
<a href="https://doctor.webmd.com/" data-metrics-link="0">Find a Doctor</a>
<a class="vn-signin" href="https://member.webmd.com/signin?appid=1&returl=https://www.webmd.com/default.htm" aria-label="Log In" data-metrics-module="reg-login"> Log In </a>
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Main landmark should not be contained in another landmark1 element
The main landmark must be at the top level and not nested inside other landmarks. This ensures screen reader users can quickly navigate to the primary content without searching through complex hierarchy, making page navigation simpler and more predictable.
Audit Elements
<main id="global-main" role="main" tabindex="-1" data-js="global-main" class="resp-1-col">
Page must have means to bypass repeated blocks1 element
Keyboard-only users must tab through all navigation and header content before reaching the main content, which can take several minutes and cause physical pain for users with motor limitations. Bypass mechanisms like skip links allow these users to jump directly to main content, saving time and reducing fatigue.
Audit Elements
<html lang="en" class="home-page class-bg-ghost ua_type_tablet ua_device_pc browserCH browserCH_156 browserCH_156_0 js" style="scrollbar-gutter: stable;">
Required ARIA attributes must be provided16 elements
ARIA widget roles need required attributes to describe their current state. Without these attributes, screen readers cannot communicate essential information like whether a checkbox is checked or a slider's current value, leaving users unable to interact effectively with the widget.
Audit Elements
<header class="global-header" role="banner" tabindex="-1" data-js="global-header">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-1" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-1" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Conditions" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Conditions <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-2" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-2" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Drugs & Supplements" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-3" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-3" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Well-Being" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">Well-Being <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
<a id="vn-link-hdr-site-6" aria-controls="vn-menu-hdr-site-6" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="More" role="button" tabindex="0" data-metrics-link="0" data-metrics-type="ad-hoc">More <i class="vn-mt webmd-icon-right-arrow"></i><i class="webmd-icon-down-arrow vn-dt"></i></a>
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The skip-link target should exist and be focusable1 element
Skip links allow keyboard users to bypass repetitive navigation and jump directly to main content. Without skip links, users must tab through potentially hundreds of navigation links on every page, which is time-consuming and can cause physical pain for users with motor limitations.
Audit Elements
<a href="#main-container" class="vn-skip-to-main"> Skip to main content </a>
Users should be able to zoom and scale the text up to 500%1 element
The user-scalable="no" and restrictive maximum-scale parameters prevent people with low vision from zooming to read content. Users who rely on browser zoom to enlarge text are blocked from accessing content at a readable size, violating their need to scale pages up to 5x zoom.
Audit Elements
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1">
Zooming and scaling must not be disabled1 element
Setting user-scalable="no" or maximum-scale less than 2 prevents people with low vision from zooming to read content. Users who enlarge text in their browsers are blocked from making content readable, violating accessibility guidelines that require supporting at least 200% zoom.
Audit Elements
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1">
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