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The Cochrane Library is one of the best sources for obtaining evidence-based information to better inform health care decisions. Preventing Falls and Fall-Related Injuries in Older People is a special collection containing four Cochrane reviews that provide evidence of effective interventions in preventing in falls.
The Cochrane reviews highlighted here include:
▪ Interventions for preventing falls in older people living in the community
▪ Interventions for preventing falls in older people in care facilities and hospitals
▪ Population-based interventions for the prevention of fall-related injuries in older people
▪ Hip protectors for preventing hip fractures in older people
These reviews are available for free for a limited time, while this special collection is featured on the Cochrane Library homepage - so make sure you have a look soon!
The collection can be viewed here:
