6 Steps to Prevent a Fall

You might think you're never going to fall, but the truth is 1 in 3 older adults fall every year in the U.S. The good news is that most falls are preventable. Start by learning 6 easy steps.

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[donnagraham]

Yes need more tips about preventing falls

[marleyonaire]

Find a balance or exercise
Tell your doctor
Discuss meds
Get Vision and Hearing check
Keep your home floors safe and organized
Ask your family for support.

[margaretrutherford]

This must have been written prior to use of cell phones. Looking at cell phones instead of where yu are going is causing many falls.

[RalphDratman]

If I am going to be falling every 13 seconds, I need to stay at home in bed. Nothing else is safe enough.

[DLFfitness]

You want to delay the impact of aging as long as possible, but age related issues will happen to us all sooner or later. You must navigate your reality.

[MC-vhgo]

So this advice is too basic, it is true but leaves out the reason(s) people fall....

[donnagraham]

Throw rugs, insufficient lighting, clutter...