Fall on same level due to tripping over an object · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Mercy Health, 1000 E Cherry St, TROY, MISSOURI 63379
on — Fractures, affecting the hip(s).
Final narrative
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