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Fall Prevention

Vision and Falls

October 18, 2012

When was the last time that you had your eyes checked? Your risk for a fall increases when your sight declines. Sometimes the correction is with surgery - cataracts. Sometimes a change is needed in ... [ more ]

Are You, or Someone in Your Family Worried About Falling?

Are You, or Someone in Your Family Worried About Falling?

July 14, 2012

VNA Community Healthcare is tackling this serious problem - fall related injuries. According to the Connecticut Collaboration for Fall Prevention, falls are the leading cause of unintentional injury among older adults. We are a ... [ more ]

Are Your Shoes the Best to Prevent Falls?

Are Your Shoes the Best to Prevent Falls?

October 20, 2012

Have you been advised to wear sturdy shoes to help prevent falls? The attached article reports "that the very shoes many older people select as protection can actually increase their risk of falling". Compare your ... [ more ]

How Costly Are Falls?

October 18, 2012

The Centers for Disease Control tracks the changing profile of the costs of falls among older adults. Its data shows that "with the population aging, both the number of falls and the costs to treat ... [ more ]

Home Modifications to Avoid Falls

August 14, 2012

The Fall Prevention Center of Excellence at www.stopfalls.org offers information on how to check your home. Use the simple checklist (below) to look at your home and make simple changes. [ more ]