Did you know that 1 out or 5 falls causes a serious injury such as broken bones or a head injury? This is Patient Safety Awareness Week, and just one reason we want to help you prevent your loved one from falling. These tips* from Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) can help:
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Talk to your loved one and their healthcare provider about fall risks.
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Encourage your loved one to exercise for improved balance and strength.
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Make sure your loved one’s has their eyes and feet checked.
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Help make your love one’s home safer.
For more information on how to prevent falls, click here.
*Source: CDC, STEADI Initiative (Stopping Elderly Accidents, Deaths & Injuries).