Falls are Preventable!
The vestibular system deteriorates as we age, and as a result many older people begin to feel unsteady. Dizziness is a common symptom affecting about 30% of adults over the age of 65 and 1/3 of adults over age 65 fall each year. Falls can take a serious toll on seniors health, quality of life and independence. However, falls are NOT a normal part of aging and are preventable!
More information: www.vestibular.org/seniors
The first week of Fall each year is Falls Prevention Awareness Week with the goal of raising awareness about how to prevent falls among older adults.
www.stopfalls.org/news-events/fall-prevention-awareness-week
Falls Prevention Resources:
Balance and Aging VeDA Article
Balance and Falls in the Older Adult VeDA Article
NCOA List of Falls Prevention Articles
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