Safety from Crime and Physical Activity among Older Adults: A Population-Based Study in Brazil

Objective. To evaluate the association between safety from crime and physical activity among older adults. Methods. A population-based survey including 1,656 older adults (60+ years) took place in Florianopolis, Brazil, in 2009-2010. Commuting and leisure time physical activity were assessed through...

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Main Authors: Maruí Weber Corseuil, Pedro Curi Hallal, Herton Xavier Corseuil, Ione Jayce Ceola Schneider, Eleonora d'Orsi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2012-01-01
Series:Journal of Environmental and Public Health
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/641010