18 Oct 2024

Google Maps used to spot fall risks on streets

From Morning Report, 8:43 am on 18 October 2024

New Zealand researchers say the little orange person on Google Maps is more than just a navigation buddy - it can help spot fall risks on streets. Senior Lecturer in Population Health at the University of Otago and an author of the research Dr. Angela Curl spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

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