04/01/2013    

PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS

NJ Podiatrist Argues Against NY Mayor’s Proposed Ban on Flip-Flops

New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg — famous for banning trans fats in restaurants and public smoking is getting back on his feet after the recently failed ban on 16-ounce sodas. New York's determined mayor has proposed new legislation targeting the sale of flip-flop sandals which often result in persistent foot and ankle pain. “With so many neighborhoods suffering the worst of this epidemic… it would be irresponsible not to try to do everything we can to save soles,” Bloomberg said.

(L-R) Dr. Hal Ornstein and Mayor Michael Bloomberg

Under the new proposal, retailers would be prevented from selling pairs of flip-flops, requiring them to sell each flip-flop separately. Arguing against the ban, Hal Ornstein, DPM quoted his fellow practitioner Dr. Seuss, "You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You're on your own, and you know what you know. And you are the guy who'll decide where to go."

Source: April Fools News