EDITORIAL: Risk of increased physical inactivity during COVID-19 outbreak in older people – a call for actions
Given the lack of available evidence-based treatments and vaccines for COVID-19, public health actions are of the utmost importance, with social distancing being recommended for infection control.
Despite the latter’s positive effects on disease spread, the potential increase in sedentary behavior due to isolation can be detrimental to health.
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May 23, 2020
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Subject Area
- Physical Activity
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Audience
- Service Providers (Non-profits, Community Organizations, Local government)
- Government
- Health Authorities
- Funders
- Caregivers, Seniors & Volunteers
- Academics
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Newsletter
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