The characteristics and risk factors of fatal falls among adults aged 60 and above in Southwest China
Abstract Falls constitute a leading cause of unintentional injury deaths among older adults. This study aimed to examine the comprehensive characteristics of fatal falls among older individuals in Yunnan Province, China, to highlight the challenges faced in elderly care. A total of 22,798 accidental...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Nature Portfolio
2024-03-01
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Series: | Scientific Reports |
Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-54265-9 |