Posts Tagged ‘falls prevention’
Seven ways to prevent falls
Falls can cause broken bones and head injuries More than 30% of people older than 65 – and 50% of those living in long-term care facilities – fall each year. These falls can cause everything from broken bones to severe head injuries and even death. In many cases, these falls could have been prevented through more…
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Learn how to avoid common winter accidents For many people, wintertime evokes joyful memories — skiing for the first time with the family, teaching kids how to shovel snow. But unfortunately, these memorable winter activities are often accompanied by injuries due to the season’s cold and icy conditions. Each year, tens of thousands of people…
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