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- Website: Government of Manitoba - Health, Seniors and Active Living
- Resource type: Article
Summary - The message of this resource is:
If you are a senior and are looking for ways to remain active, consider using this resource to learn about the benefits of walking regularly.
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Keywords
healthy aging, quality of life, mobility, independence
How was this rated?
Step 1 - Evidence-based
Is this information reliable, based on scientific research?
Step 2 - Transparency
Is it clear who developed the resource and how?
Step 3 - Usability
Is the information easy to understand and easy to use?
Rated on: 1/11/2019 1:22:04 PM
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