Over 13% of the population of the United States is 65 years of age or older. Caring for ourselves as we grow older is challenging. Oftentimes, care of the older adult involves children or relatives. They often assist in day-to-day activities such as house cleaning and shopping, driving their loved-ones to appointments, offering financial support, …
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Learn how to protect yourself and your elderly loved ones from falls.
Why are falls in the elderly an important topic? To answer this question, consider these quick facts: Many falls are not a normal part of aging, but are the result of many factors. The risk of having a fall increases with age, tripling from age 70 to age 90, and is greater for women than …