Each year, thousands of older Americans fall at home. Many are seriously injured or disabled. Statistics reveal that every year, in the United States, nearly 33% or 1 in 3 seniors experience a fall. And another 33% of these will suffer from a serious injury (hip, arm, or leg fracture).
Every year nearly 2 million emergency room visits are caused by falls and nearly 20,000 seniors die from a fall.

Scary!!!

According to the The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention the costs associated with falls is even more staggering. The study calculated that in 2000, the total direct cost of all fall injuries for people 65 and older exceeded $19 billion! This number is set to increase to $54.9 billion by 2020!!!

SIX QUICK TIPS TO AVOID FALLS
1. Exercise regularly; exercise programs like Tai Chi that increase strength and improve balance are especially good.
2. Ask their doctor or pharmacist to review your medicines–both prescription and over-the counter–to reduce side effects and interactions.
3. Have their eyes checked by an eye doctor at least once a year.
4. Improve home safety by improving the lighting in their home, install grab bars, remove clutter or just reducing hazards in their home that can lead to falls.
5. Plan outings in advance – allow plenty of time, never rush.

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