Non-pharmaceutical prevention of hip fractures – a cost-effectiveness analysis of a community-based elderly safety promotion program in Sweden

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Elderly injuries are a recognized public health concern and are due to two factors; osteoporosis and accidental falls. Several osteoporosis pharmaceuticals are considered cost-effective, but intervention programs aiming at preventing...

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Main Authors: Tillgren Per, Sadigh Siv, Johansson Pia, Rehnberg Clas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2008-05-01
Series:Cost Effectiveness and Resource Allocation
Online Access:http://www.resource-allocation.com/content/6/1/11