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  1. About Older Adult Fall Prevention | Older Adult Fall Prevention | CDC

    May 16, 2024 · Learn how you can reduce your chance of falling or help a loved one prevent falls.

  2. Fall prevention: Simple tips to prevent falls - Mayo Clinic

    Jun 14, 2024 · Falls put you at risk of serious injury. Prevent falls with these simple fall prevention measures, from reviewing your medications to hazard-proofing your home. Fall prevention is an …

  3. Falls - World Health Organization (WHO)

    Apr 26, 2021 · Falls are the second leading cause of unintentional injury deaths worldwide. Each year an estimated 684 000 individuals die from falls globally of which over 80% are in low- and middle …

  4. Falls and falls prevention - National Institute on Aging

    Learn about balance problems and disorders, symptoms — such as dizziness, vertigo, and lightheadedness — and treatment options. Explore these home safety tips to prevent falls, including …

  5. Falls Prevention for Older Adults - The National Council on Aging

    Jun 26, 2024 · One in four Americans age 65+ falls every year, but that doesn’t mean it's a normal part of aging. Learn why older people fall and how to prevent it.

  6. Preventing Falls - Johns Hopkins Medicine

    Every year, millions of adults fall, leading to injuries and emergency room visits. Many of these falls and injuries can be prevented.

  7. Falls - MedlinePlus

    Oct 22, 2019 · We all fall down sometimes. Most of the time falls are not serious. But some falls can be dangerous. Learn how to prevent falls.

  8. Guidelines for Preventing Falls - OrthoInfo - AAOS

    2 days ago · A fall can be a major life-changing event that robs an elderly person of their independence. Fortunately, many falls can be prevented with healthy lifestyle choices and safety modifications in the …

  9. Fall Prevention: 6 Simple Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Falling

    May 4, 2023 · These fall prevention strategies can help reduce your risk of falls, whether you’re at home or in a care facility.

  10. Preventing Falls - Harvard Health

    Keeping your balance and preventing a fall just got easier, thanks to Preventing Falls, from the experts at Harvard Medical School. This information-packed guide explains how your body works to keep …