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How to ease the risks that winter weather, social conditions pose for seniors
Falls represent one of the top reasons for emergency-room visits among the elderly. And though ice and snow often ...
As winter arrives, learn the art of falling properly
He recalled an exercise where his football coach had players run on the spot. At the sound of a whistle, the players had to ...
Vitamin D not recommended for preventing fractures in older individuals, panel finds
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force released a draft recommendation advising against using vitamin D to prevent falls and ...
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Vitamin D Won’t Prevent Falls, Fractures In Older Adults. Here's What Will Help
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force say vitamin D supplements do not reduce the risk of falls or bone fractures in ...
Seniors see higher fall, concussion rates in winter
With older adults having higher rates of falls and concussions in the winter, it’s important to know the signs of a ...
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Falls Among Older Americans: a Growing Crisis
Falls among older Americans are increasing 1.5% annually, with devastating physical and financial consequences. Learn about ...
Crime rate and fatal accidents: Oklahoma ranked among least safest states for seniors
Oklahoma leads nation in fatal car crashes involving seniors. This, and other statistics, highlight risks to the elderly.
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USPSTF Recommends Against Vitamin D Supplementation for Fracture, Fall Prevention
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends against vitamin D supplementation, with or without calciu ...