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Falls can be a problem for healthy, active older people

Developed by: National Ageing Research Institute

Format: Brochure

An informative brochure that targets healthy, active older people (seniors), giving them some very practical suggestions about reducing the risk of falling:

  • On uneven surfaces outdoors

  • On curbs and steps

  • By tripping in the dark

  • While bending or turning, and

  • By minimising slips.

For bulk copies ($ Charge applicable) contact the National Ageing Research Institute on (03) 8387 2200.

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Adobe Acrobat icon Falls can be a problem for healthy, active older people (144kb, pdf)

  
 
Last updated: 15 August, 2006
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