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Source: IlluminAge Communication Partners
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Factsheet dispells some of the myths about seniors and fall protection. Covers risk factors and ways to lessen the risk.
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Source: National Institute on Aging
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Factsheet on the causes and prevention of falls in older adults.
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Source: National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders
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Information on vestibular diseases, Meniere's disease and other conditions that impact the sense of balance.
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Source: IlluminAge Communication Partners
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Steps for seniors and family caregivers to consider as part of a conscious effort to reduce the risk of falls.
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Source: American Society of Geriatrics
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Information about the causes and treatment of various types of dizziness and related balance problems.
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Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
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Outreach tools and information for professionals and consumers; materials for Brain Injury Awareness Month
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Source: IlluminAge Communication Partners
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This three-part form includes checklist items that should be part of any home safety inspection, to prevent falls, other accidents and fire, and make your home more secure.
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Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
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The NCIPC website offers a wide variety of factsheets and other resources to prevent falls, fire, automobile accidents and other injuries, including a section on "Injuries and Older Adults"
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Public service organization dedicated to educating and influencing people to prevent accidental injuries and deaths; website includes information about falls in the home and community, and a wide variety of safety topics.
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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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Resources and information to promote walking; includes tips for safe walking, including fall prevention.
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Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Factsheets, statistics and and resources from the CDC. Among people 65 years and older, falls are the leading cause of injury deaths and the most common cause of nonfatal injuries and hospital admissions for trauma.
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Source: AARP
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Information and practical resources for Universal Home Design--homes geared toward people of all ages and abilities.
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Information about diagnosing and treating inner ear disorders (such as Meniere's disease and otosclerosis) that cause balance problems, dizziness and increase the risk of falls.
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Source: American Physical Therapy Association
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Online factsheet includes a set of balance improvement exercises. (PDF)
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