Perceived Ageism is Associated With Recurrent Falling Among Older Colombian Adults
Carlos A. Reyes-Ortiz,
Crystall C. Robinson,
Donna R. Williams
et al.
Abstract:Literature on the association between ageism and falling among older adults is limited. Using data from the nationwide cross-sectional SABE ( Salud, Bienestar y Envejecimiento) Colombia Survey in 2015 with 18,875 participants aged ≥60 years living in the communities, the study aims to evaluate the association between perceived ageism within the family, neighborhood, health services, and public services, and recurrent falling. Participants had a mean age of 69.2 ± 7.1; 56.1% were female. Recurrent falling preva… Show more
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