Original Article by Amanda Barrell and Medical News Today, cited below.

Summary by Simply the Basics

Trench foot, also known as Immersion Foot, might sound familiar from learning about WWI when this term first got its name after thousands of soldiers acquired this condition from being cold, and wet in the trenches. Although this term first was coined during war, this condition is still a major risk for many who experience homelessness and are exposed to the wet and cold elements for even just 1-2 days - with the potential to result in long term tissue damage.

One of the easiest ways to prevent trench foot, is access to clean socks so folks can keep their skin warm and dry. Read up on the symptoms, causes, and treatment for trench foot to learn the broader impact of accessibility and distribution of socks through our hygiene distribution programs.

“Trench Foot: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment.” Medical News Today, MediLexicon International, https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/320780#prevention.