Australasian journal on ageing
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To identify the attitudes of Australian and New Zealand geriatricians to legalisation of voluntary assisted dying. ⋯ Support for voluntary assisted dying among surveyed ANZSGM members is low, but varies according to patient circumstances. Key areas of concern highlighted were risk to vulnerable patients, estimating prognosis, and capacity assessments. Further training is required for doctors on discussing voluntary assisted dying options, estimating prognosis, and capacity assessments prior to implementation.
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This study aimed to determine the prevalence of falls, fear of falling (FOF) and related factors in individuals aged 80 and over living in the Balçova district of Izmir. ⋯ A monitoring program is indicated to address high fall and fear of falling prevalence among people aged 80 and over.