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'Tis the season for elderly emergency room visits

November 30, 2009

The holidays are typically the time for families to gather for fun and cheer. But for families who haven't been keeping track of an elderly relative's health, the festivities may include a trip to the emergency room, a recent news article suggests.
 

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