According to the World Health Organization (WHO) there are now more than 1.9 billion adults aged 18 and over that are overweight.¹ Of this number, 600 million are obese – approximately 13% of the world’s adult population.¹ This increase is placing healthcare facilities under serious pressure, straining caregiving resources and driving up costs.² Likewise, facilities are challenged to accommodate the needs of this patient demographic, particularly in terms of appropriate solutions, equipment, and caregiver training.² We offer a portfolio of bariatric products and services that ensure you are fully equipped for the challenges of plus size patients and can deliver cost-efficient, safe and dignified care. Our portfolio of bariatric solutions empowers the healthcare facility with the ability to cater to the needs of plus size patients across a full spectrum of mobility: from full independence to those incapable of performing daily living activities without assistance.
References:
1. http://www.who.int/gho/ncd/risk_factors/overweight/en
2. Muir, M, Archer-Heese, G. (2009) Essentials of Bariatric Patient Handling Program, OJIN: The Online journal of Issues in Nursing Vol. 14, No.
