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Participant Characteristics
| Characteristic | Total Number = 76 |
|---|---|
| Age, years (mean ± SD, range) | 78 ± 5 (65-90) |
| Female | 95% |
| Caucasian | 82% |
| Married | 41% |
| At least some college education | 65% |
| Annual household income at least $40,000 | 24% |
| Medical Insurance | |
| Medicare + Private | 85% |
| Medicare alone | 9% |
| Medicaid | 3% |
| Other | 3% |
| Having a prescription drug plan | 62% |
| Currently using bisphosphonates | 57% |
| Currently using hip protectors | 0 |
| Health status very good or excellent | 40% |
