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May 16, 2026foot painfootwear news

Millennial "Foot Health Crisis" Hits 2026 Peak as Specialist Wait Times Soar

Data for 2026 reveals a sharp increase in foot-related pathologies among millennials. With public health wait times reaching 78 weeks in some regions, the focus is shifting to at-home preventative support.

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