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Digital Storytelling Trial Tests Novel Fall Prevention Approach in Community-Dwelling Older Adults — Evidence-Based Health Promotion Strategy

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18 June 2026

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A Turkish randomised trial tests whether digital storytelling based on health promotion theory can reduce falls and fear of falling in community-dwelling older adults. Results expected 2026.

Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov

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