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Each year, millions of older people—those 65 and older—fall. In fact, one out of three older people fall each year, but less than half tell their doctor. Falling once doubles your chances of falling again.

Get the Facts:

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​RISK FACTORS:

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  • Lower body weakness

  • Vitamin D deficiency 

  • Difficulties with walking and balance

  • Use of medicines, such as tranquilizers, sedatives, or antidepressants. Even some over-the-counter medicines can affect balance and how steady you are on your feet.

  • Vision problems

  • Foot pain or poor footwear

  • Home hazards and dangers

REDUCING THE RISKS:

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TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR

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ASK IF VITAMIN D SUPPLEMENTS (with calcium) IS RIGHT FOR YOU.

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ASK YOUR DOCTOR ABOUT STRENGTH

AND BALANCE EXERCISES

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HAVE YOUR EYES CHECKED

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MAKE YOUR HOME SAFER BY ADDING GRAB BARS, RAILINGS AND REMOVING LOOSE RUGS AND CLUTTER.  

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MAKE SURE YOUR HOME HAS PLENTY OF BRIGHT LIGHT

 

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YOUR DOCTOR MAY CHOOSE A VARIETY OF WAYS TO HELP KEEP YOU FALL FREE!  ASK ABOUT MOVE SAFE: THE FALL PREVENTION AND BALANCE CLINIC AT ST. RITA'S. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 419.226.9019.
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