September Is Fall Prevention Month!
3 Tips to Prevent Falls
Help your loved one avoid a devastating injury from a fallElderly people suffer 29 million falls annually in the United States. When a frail older person falls, they’re more likely than a younger
person to suffer severe injuries, such as broken bones or concussions. As a geriatric nurse practitioner, I have seen firsthand that falls are among the worst things that can happen to older adults. Falls that result in hip fracture, for example, can lead to loss of independence, serious health complications.Our 3 Top Tips For Preventing Falls:
- Optimize your home
- Review medication side effects
- Be mindful of you surroundings
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