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Last Updated: Nov 2, 2013 - 11:52:55 AM |
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Falls
Avoid Falls!
Whether it is caused by a wet floor, slippery throw rug, loose cord or objects in the wrong spot, falls in the home happen. The truth is, falls are not only the most common cause of injury among American adults age 65 and over, but are also the leading cause of death in the home, according to the National Safety Council.
Aug 12, 2005 - 12:26:00 AM
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Genes may ultimately dictate seniors' mobility
Genes can keep elderly people from benefiting equally from exercise, no matter how much effort they expend, according to research findings published in today's (Aug. 10) Journal of the American Medical Association.
Aug 10, 2005 - 12:28:00 AM
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Latest Research
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Frequent falls?....Try Tai Chi
Falls are a major problem in the elderly and form a substantial proportion of the admissions in hospitals. Older people who took part in a structured programme of Tai Chi found that their balance and physical strength improved, reducing the risk of falls, according to a paper in the latest Journal of Advanced Nursing.
Jun 28, 2005 - 12:24:00 AM
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