WCPT urges UN member states to set commitments on noncommunicable diseases
WCPT, as part of the World Health Professions Alliance (WHPA), has urged UN member states to set clear and measurable commitments around noncommunicable diseases.
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World Physiotherapy interns from Taiwan focus research on direct access and AI in physiotherapy
Interns present research to World Physiotherapy board and staff
World Physiotherapy annual review for 2024 highlights global growth and impact
Resilience, innovation, and global collaboration have continued to advance the profession
WCPT pays tribute to AJ Fernando
WCPT has learned of the death of Prof AJ Fernando, who served as WCPT President (1991-95).
Engagement and advocacy are highlights in WCPT’s annual review
Engagement and advocacy were key highlights of WCPT activities during 2017, and feature heavily in the recently-published annual review.
One year on from Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico
In September 2017 Puerto Rico was hit by Hurricane Maria, one of the most devastating hurricanes in the island’s history.
Appeal launched to create physical therapy building in Nepal
Physical therapists in Nepal launch appeal to create a dedicated building for the Department of Physiotherapy at Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences.
WCPT publishes information note on physical therapy equipment donation
WCPT has developed information for recipients and donors and help find the best possible solution for the donation of physical therapy equipment.
