Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8945755 | American Journal of Preventive Medicine | 2018 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
This report is the first to estimate the number of medically treated falls that could be prevented and the direct medical costs that could be adverted. Preventing falls can benefit older adults substantially by improving their health, independence, and quality of life.
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Authors
Judy A. PhD, Robin PhD, MPH,