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Falls among older adults: public health impact and prevention strategies

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Author: Stevens, J. A.
Year: 2002
Type: Journal Article

Abstract:

Stevens presents an overview of the epidemiology of older adult falls and the current prevention strategies for the said problem. The number of fall injuries in the U.S. is increasing, with an estimated 77.2 million cases by 2040, the greatest increase occurring after age 80. Recent statistics of death rates from older adult falls are provided.


Further Details

Pages 7-14
Volume 26
Issue 4
ISBN/ISSN 07387806
Accession Number September, 2011
Notes Print discarded
Research Notes Electronic copy added 24/07/2013
Keywords oldersafety improvementfalls preventionstrategies

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