Tuesday, February 2, 2010

Preventing Serious Falls: Tips for Older Adults and Their Loved Ones

Falls are a leading cause of serious injuries in older adults. Every year, about a third of older Americans fall. Injuries from falls can lead to hospitalization, nursing home admission, and even death among older people.

Visit the American Geriatrics Society Foundation for Aging website for useful tips on fall prevention.


http://www.healthinaging.org/public_education/falls_tips.php

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