Posted on July 26, 2022
According to the American College of Physicians, falls are very common among older adults. One in three adults aged 65 years or older and one in two adults aged 80 years or older fall each year. Some of those falls result in serious injuries that require hospitalization. Falls typically don’t have a single cause. Multiple […]
Posted on November 24, 2021
Daily physical activity and exercise have been identified as ways to help prevent falls in older adults. By doing activity that incorporates balance training, aerobic activity and muscle-strengthening exercises, you can decrease your risk of falling. These activities can also help reduce the risk of a serious injury if you do fall. But what if you suffer from arthritis or […]
Posted on March 26, 2018
Did you know that one in three adults over age 65 experiences a fall each year? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in five of those falls results in a serious injury, such as a broken bone or head injury and may require hospitalization. As we get older, many factors can increase our […]
Posted on March 14, 2018
Health New England cares about your well-being and keeping you healthy. We hold special health-focused events just for our members throughout the year. Space is limited and we encourage you to register ahead of time by calling 877-443-3314. This event is FREE. Monday, July 9, 6:00 – 7:45 p.m. Baystate Health Education Center, 361 Whitney Ave., Holyoke, MA Do […]
Posted on October 1, 2016
Did you know that one in three adults over age 65 fall each year? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in five of those falls result in a serious injury such as a broken bone or head injury and may require hospitalization. As we get older, many factors can increase our risk […]