fracture
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The analysis also showed little to no benefit for preventing specific fractures, including hip fractures, or for reducing falls.
From Science Daily • Jun. 15, 2026
According to the national clinical lead for falls and frailty, there are more than 4,000 hip fractures and 20,000 fractures of any bone which can have an "unmeasurable cost" in Wales.
From BBC • Sep. 19, 2023
Mortality rates after hip fractures, though improving, remain high.
From New York Times • Mar. 14, 2023
Hormone treatment increased users’ risk of invasive breast cancer, stroke and blood clots, although it helped prevent hip fractures and diabetes.
From Washington Post • Jul. 1, 2021
Broken bones from falls while dog walking are on the rise among older U.S. adults and hip fractures are among the most common injuries.
From Washington Times • Mar. 6, 2019
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