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Older people – preventing falls at home


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  • Website: Better Health Channel
  • Resource type: General web page

Summary - The message of this resource is:

Falls are very common among seniors and can happen in the house or outside in the garden or sidewalks. In order to reduce your risk of falling, consider getting your eyes checked regularly, wearing comfortable shoes and being physically active to improve your balance. Use this resource to learn what you should do if you fall while alone in your home.


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mobility , home modifications, safety, independence

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Rated on: 3/6/2019 2:21:03 PM

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