A significant portion of older adults in the US live by themselves. This can pose a risk to their safety, particularly in the event of a fall. Further information is available from KVIA ABC-7.
The risk of fatal outcomes increases when help is delayed. Many older adults are left without assistance for an extended period after a fall. Details about the risks associated with aging alone can be found through KVIA ABC-7, which has more information on this topic.
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