Anna from our Falls Prevention Service is here with her top tips on avoiding falls, especially helpful at this time of year! Falls are one of the leading causes of injury among older adults, but many can be prevented through simple steps like strength and balance exercises, home checks and keeping up to date with health checks. There are some fantastic resources available from @ageukoxfordshire for keeping active and mobile. Oh - by the way - looking for a good idea for a Christmas present for a

1.2K views · 11 shares | If you look after older adults, #FallsPreventionDay today is a reminder of the simple tips that can reduce the risk of falls. Help them to stay active, independent and steady on their feet. https://www.hants.gov.uk/socialcareandhealth/adultsocialcare/falls-prevention | Hampshire County Council | Facebook

More than 25% of older adults fall each year, and falls are the leading cause of injury-related death in persons aged 65 years or older. A 3-part video series will show different tests that clinicians can use to determine the likelihood of falls in older adults. https://ja.ma/48rztDA | JAMA

Many older adults fear falling and with good reason. Falls are common—at least 1 in 4 older adults falls once a year. Falls can lead to serious injury. Learn more: https://mrkmnls.co/41yxUla | Merck Manual Consumer