Does anyone have any horror stories about deaf UNawareness?

We have come up against all kinds of prejudices working in the deaf community, some of them from what many people would consider to be surprising sources. We have instances of medical professionals (and I use that term lightly!!) demanding that BSL interpreters only literally relay what is happening in an appointment, and not to interpret in any way.
We have had them being rude to both the deaf patients and the language service professional, and in many cases treating them in a patronising and antagonistic way.
In situations such as these, we will advocate that deaf awareness training is offered to the culprits in order that they will hopefully understand a little bit about what it must be like for the people that they are disrespecting.
We all know about the good work that is done during deaf awareness week, but do you think it is about time that we launch a deaf UNawareness week?
This might be a good way for the deaf community to come forward with stories to highlight the many instances when they are not treated in a respectful, informed and dignified manner.
So come on everyone, send me your stories of deaf UNawareness, and we will see if they can be used to help raise understanding of the issues that the deaf community are facing on a regular basis!!
You can read more about deaf awareness and British Sign Language in our website www.silent-sounds.co.uk