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- About Older Adult Fall Prevention | Older Adult Fall Prevention | CDC
Falls are a threat to the health of older adults and can reduce their ability to remain independent However, falls don't have to be inevitable as you age You can reduce your chance of falling or help a loved one prevent falls There are proven ways to reduce and prevent falls, even for older adults
- Falls and Fractures in Older Adults: Causes and Prevention
But staying active is important to keeping your body healthy and actually helps to prevent falls So don’t let a fear of falling keep you from being active! Learn about what causes falls and how to lower your risk of falling so you can feel more comfortable with staying active
- Fall prevention: Simple tips to prevent falls - Mayo Clinic
Falls put you at risk of serious injury Prevent falls with these simple fall prevention measures, from reviewing your medications to hazard-proofing your home
- Falls - World Health Organization (WHO)
Falls are the second leading cause of unintentional injury deaths worldwide Each year an estimated 684 000 individuals die from falls globally of which over 80% are in low- and middle-income countries Adults older than 60 years of age suffer the greatest number of fatal falls
- Older Adults and Falls: Why It Happens More Often As You Age
Find out more on why older adults have more falls, what to do in case they happen, and how to prevent falls
- FALLS AWARENESS PREVENTION GUIDE - OrthoInfo
Research shows that simple safety modifications at home, where most falls occur, can substantially cut the risk of falls and related injuries — such as bone fractures — for seniors
- Falls - MedlinePlus
We all fall down sometimes Most of the time falls are not serious But some falls can be dangerous Learn how to prevent falls
- Falls Prevention - The National Council on Aging
Everyone can take proactive steps to prevent falls Learn how NCOA supports evidence-based falls prevention programs and community-based organizations that help keep older Americans safe
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