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Fall Prevention Classes Help Improve Quality of Life for Those Age 60+

Posted in Explore and Discover on January 10, 2024 at 6:00 am

Every 11 seconds, an older adult is treated in the emergency room for a fall. Even if there is no injury, falls carry a heavy impact to quality of life. Many older adults fear falling, and if the fear is intense, they may limit their activities and social engagements. This can result in further physical decline, depression, social isolation, and fe […]

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