MD, FRCPC, FACP, AGSF
Maintaining independence is one of the major goals in geriatric care, and identification of modifiable conditions that may promote the onset and progression of disability is of paramount importance in the clinical approach to the older patient.
According to a report of the Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care, falls resulting in serious injury or death are much more frequent among those age 55 and over; 70% of fatal falls occurred among persons 75 years and over.
MD, FRCPC, FACP, AGSF
I am always excited when a new edition of Geriatrics & Aging is coming to press, but this month I am particularly enthusiastic.
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