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Archive Home > 2005 > March > 10 > Fear of falling

Fear of falling

What seniors can do to stay steady on their feet

By Markian Hawryluk / The Bulletin
March 10, 2005

Joy Alpers had her left leg amputated years ago. With the help of an electric scooter, she was still able to live by herself and remain fairly independent. She could do her own laundry, care for her pets, and when needed, pull herself up to stand on her one leg.

But last June, Alpers suffered a....

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