Falls prevention

 
Falls are one of the leading reasons older adults end up in the hospital. Most falls are preventable, and with a few simple changes, you can stay confident, independent, and safe. Learn the common causes of falls and what you can do to reduce your risk.
A senior drinking water from a reusable water bottle after exercising
Falls prevention: bladder and bowel control

Learn how bladder and bowel control affect falls risk.

Two senior women celebrating running a foot race
Falls prevention: exercise, activity, and eleep

Understand the role of physical activity and sleep in preventing falls.

A male couple sitting embraced on a couch in a living room setting
Falls prevention: home safety

Falls prevention home safety tips.

Senior looking reading instructions on a medication bottle
Falls prevention: medications

Learn how medications can increase or reduce falls risk.

A senior woman wearing glasses
Falls prevention: vision and balance

Learn how vision and balance affect falls prevention.