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  "textContent": "Falls are one of the most common reasons older adults are treated in the emergency department, and many patients are discharged home the same day. That transition can be a vulnerable moment, especially if the factors that led to the fall aren't fully addressed. A new study suggests that emergency departments may be able to take meaningful steps during visits to help older adults stay safer once they return home.",
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