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They’re all things that can impact your risk of a fall! According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than one in four older adults falls each year. That is why, as we gear up for Falls Prevention Awareness Month in Wisconsin, we are excited to launch a new resource that gives older adults and their families the information and tools to prevent a fall – fallsfreewi.org. Falls Free® Wisconsin is a one-stop-shop where you’ll find all sorts of information, helpful tips, and printable handouts about:
Proper footwear – what to avoid and features that make a shoe safe
Assistive devices – which ones may help improve safety at home and in the community
Vision – and how it impacts falls risk
Medications – how to manage them safely
Hearing loss and other ear-related health concerns
Home environment – what hazards can lead to a fall and how to reduce your risk at home
Balance and strength – how exercise can help reduce falls
And more!
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