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Physical Activity Patterns of Older Adults - Study Participants Needed

Dr. Karim Khan, Dr. Maureen Ashe and Researchers from the Centre for Hip Health and Mobility (CHHM), Vancouver Coastal Health Research INstitute (VCHRI) and the University of British Columbia are currently seeking participants for a study that is looking at the physical activity patterns of older adults. In this study we will ask you to wear an accelerometer (small devices worn at the waist to capture movement) for 7 days and ask you to complete questions about your physical activity.

To be eligible for this study, individuals must be:
- Aged 65 years old and older
- Willing to wear an accelerometer for 7 days and complete physical activity questionnaires

If you are interested in participating in this study, please contact Ms. Erin Gorman at 604.875.4111 ext 69057 or erin.gorman@familymed.ubc.ca for more information.