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Preventing Falls as we Age

Preventing Falls as we Age

As we age, maintaining independence, mobility, and overall health becomes increasingly important. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 4 older adults falls each year, and these falls can have serious consequences, including injury, disability, and even death. The good news is that through a combination of strength, balance, and proprioception exercises, as well as other strategies, falls are largely preventable.