Sept. 22 is National Falls Prevention Awareness Day
Janet Hackert, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, University of Missouri Extension
Each year more than one-third of adults 65 years and older fall. Of these falls, 20 to 30 percent result in injuries that reduce mobility. Men and women over 75 who have fallen are four to five times more likely to end up needing the extra assistance provided in a nursing home and experience at least temporary loss of some independence. These can be scary statistics as we get older. However, there are many things we can do to lower our risk of falling, to improve our balance and to remain independent longer…
For important tips to stay safe and lower the chances of falling, see the full article at http://missourifamilies.org/features/agingarticles/agingfeature28.htm
