Fall Risks in Older Adults How to Prevent Injuries

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Do you know there are about 36 million falls reported among older adults every year, resulting in more than 32,000 deaths? Falls in older adults can result in fatal injury, loss of mobility, depression, and dependence. The risk of falling can be avoided by taking some preventive measures. What Causes Increased Risk of Falling For Seniors? Multiple…

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8 Potential Causes of Recurrent Falls in the Elderly

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Falls are one of the main causes of fatalities, injuries, and hospital admissions in seniors. According to WHO, the majority of fatal falls occur in those over the age of 60. The right safeguards can be taken by family caregivers to keep their loved ones safe on their feet by helping them understand why older people…

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7 Ways How to Take Care of the Elderly When They Fall

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Older people are prone to falls and these are usually caused due to medical problems or general health conditions. According to research, approximately 3 million elderly adults are treated for fall injuries in the emergency departments of hospitals and medical clinics. There are also reports of almost 36 million falls among elderly adults annually with more than…

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