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activities of daily living  

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  • Activities of daily living (ADL) are actions performed on a daily basis to maintain personal hygiene and carry out basic activities of living independently. Measuring ADL constitutes an important element of health research programs and interventions targeting both the elderly and people with disabilities. [Source: Encyclopedia of Health Services Research; Activities of Daily Living]

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