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Fall prevention: Simple tips to prevent falls
1. Make an appointment with your doctor
1. Make an appointment with your health care provider
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1. Make an appointment with your healthcare team
2. Keep moving
3. Wear sensible shoes
4. Remove home hazards
5. Light up your living space
6. Use assistive devices
1. Make an appointment with your health care provider
Content
1. Make an appointment with your healthcare team
2. Keep moving
3. Wear sensible shoes
4. Remove home hazards
5. Light up your living space
6. Use assistive devices
Content
By Mayo Clinic Staff
Fall prevention is an important topic to consider as you get older. Physical changes, health conditions and some medicines used to treat those conditions make falls more likely as you age. In fact, roughly 1 in 4 adults over 65 reports falling each year. Falls are also a leading cause of injury among older adults. Still, fear of falling doesn't need to rule your life. Instead, consider six simple fall prevention strategies.
