US government buys exam chairs designed for people in wheelchairs

The US government is buying exam chairs that can lower to wheelchair height. This means doctors' offices will be better equipped to serve patients with mobility issues.

For years, many medical exam rooms were not accessible to people using wheelchairs, making basic check-ups difficult or impossible. This purchase order shows the government is starting to address a long-standing barrier to healthcare access. It signals a shift towards more inclusive medical infrastructure.