Most Older Australians Don't Know How to Prevent Fractures, New Research Reveals
Most older Australians scored just 29 out of 100 on bone health knowledge, missing key facts about which exercises prevent fractures and falls.
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Most older Australians scored just 29 out of 100 on bone health knowledge, missing key facts about which exercises prevent fractures and falls.
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