Surgeon Fiona Wood advocates for expanded free treatment of chronic wounds affecting 450,000 people annually.

Surgeon Fiona Wood has called for expanded free treatment for chronic wounds, impacting 450,000 people annually, to prevent a "hidden epidemic." Speaking at the National Press Club, she urged a nationwide plan targeting individuals over 40 with chronic conditions. Wood highlighted that lack of affordable care leads to delayed treatment, costing patients over $4,000 each and totaling $6.6 billion for health budgets. Her proposal includes a national wound registry and enhanced education and prevention efforts.

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