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The fattening of America is having an impact on healthcare facilities and workers. Almost 30% of about 300 hospitals and health organizations recently surveyed report investing in physical renovations during 2009 to accommodate morbidly obese patients, and another 8% are planning to do so. Most had to purchase special equipment, such as bariatric beds, stretchers, and blood pressure cuffs. What design/engineering challenges have you encountered to fit this demographic?
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Re: Heavy Burden for Healthcare
