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Why Older Pedestrians Are More Likely to Die After Being Hit by a Car
The New York Times • • health
Key Points:
- Meredith Melville, a 73-year-old retired teacher, was struck by a Toyota sedan while crossing Piedmont Avenue in Oakland, California, two years ago, resulting in multiple fractures and serious injuries.
- She underwent surgery to replace her right hip and repair her broken right elbow, with doctors advising a potential future knee replacement.
- After a week in the hospital and a month of rehabilitation, Melville returned home in a wheelchair and gradually progressed to using a walker and cane through physical therapy.
- She continues to experience back and knee pain and has been unable to resume her favorite activities of hiking and backpacking.
