Did you know that falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries of older adults in the United States? And every 35 minutes an older adult in our country dies from a fall. In this video, “Falls –A New Look at a Difficult Problem,” the presenter gives insights about how to prevent falls, what to do when a fall occurs, and how to create a safe environment for residents and staff.
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