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Don't let embarassment keep you from talking to your doctor about falls, whether you've fallen before or are afraid you might be at risk for a fall. Asking questions now can keep you safe in the future.
These six tips will help you get the most out of your conversation.
In addition to speaking with your doctor about falls, there are also many evidence-based falls prevention programs that provide the structure and resources needed to equip older adults to remain falls free.
Learn more about the evidence-based falls prevention programs that are proven to help older adults stay active and reduce their risk of falling.
This project was supported, in part by grant number 90FPSG0051 from the U.S. Administration for Community Living, Department of Health and Human Services, Washington, D.C. 20201. Grantees undertaking projects under government sponsorship are encouraged to express freely their findings and conclusions. Points of view or opinions do not, therefore, necessarily represent official Administration for Community Living policy.
