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Prevalence and risk factors of fall-related injury among older adults in India: evidence from a cross-sectional observational study.

Shobhit SrivastavaMuhammad T
Published in: BMC public health (2022)
Walking disabilities, alcohol consumption, poor self-rated health, dementia, and female gender were found to be the risk factors for fall-related injury among older adults. The results highlight the importance of improving physical as well as mental health of older individuals including dementia in terms of reducing the risk of experiencing fall-related injury.
Keyphrases
  • mental health
  • alcohol consumption
  • mild cognitive impairment
  • physical activity
  • healthcare
  • public health
  • community dwelling
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  • human health