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Preventing falls.

Author: Independent Living Centre S.A.,
Year: 2001
Type: Web Page

Abstract:

The result of a fall can be devasting for the elderly and can result in pain, hospitalisation and eventually loss of confidence. The article discusses safety issues relating to footwear, vision, exercise and medication and identifies the environmental hazards such as slippery floors and poor lighting as potential risks for the elderly.


Further Details

Volume 2003
Issue 16 July
Publisher Independent Living Centre S.A.
Accession Number 16.7.03
Keywords Australia, older, safety improvement, lighting, floor

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