Vega AE

Language: Spanish
References: 8
Page: 353-355
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ABSTRACT

We discuss a topic of great importance in the geriatrics population of our country. It is important for the primary care givers to know and recognize the aspects related to the Falls in the elderly patients, and the way to educate and prevent them in their communities.

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