- 25 Most Beautiful Waterfalls in California (+ Map!)
From dramatic cascades in the mountains to picture-postcard coastal falls that tumble onto pristine beaches, you will find waterfalls in California everywhere you go In fact, there’s a waterfall even at the edge of the driest place in the country: Darwin Falls in Death Valley National Park
- Falls and Fall Prevention in Older Adults - StatPearls - NCBI . . .
Falls are the most common type of accidents in people 65 years of age and older, and are the major cause of hospitalization related to injury in this age group Injuries that are caused by falls are associated with increased mortality Associated use of ambulance services, social care, and hospital care results in substantial financial costs
- Facts About Falls | Older Adult Fall Prevention | CDC
Each year, millions of older people—those 65 and older—fall In fact, more than one out of four older people falls each year, but less than half tell their doctor Falling once doubles your chances of falling again Research has identified many conditions that contribute to falling These are called risk factors
- Falls and falls prevention - National Institute on Aging
Learn about balance problems and disorders, symptoms — such as dizziness, vertigo, and lightheadedness — and treatment options Explore these home safety tips to prevent falls, including simple changes in your living areas, personal and lifestyle changes, and home improvements
- Falls and Fractures in Older Adults: Causes and Prevention
Many things can cause a fall Your eyesight, hearing, and reflexes might not be as sharp as they were when you were younger Certain conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease, or problems with your thyroid, nerves, feet, or blood vessels can affect your balance and lead to a fall
- Falls - World Health Organization (WHO)
Falls are the second leading cause of unintentional injury deaths worldwide Each year an estimated 684 000 individuals die from falls globally of which over 80% are in low- and middle-income countries Adults older than 60 years of age suffer the greatest number of fatal falls
- Fall prevention: Simple tips to prevent falls - Mayo Clinic
Falls put you at risk of serious injury Prevent falls with these simple fall prevention measures, from reviewing your medications to hazard-proofing your home Fall prevention is an important topic to consider as you get older
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