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July 18, 2019

Fall prevention headlines: Summer 2019

Here are some updates in fall prevention we’ve been following this summer. Seniors may need new shoes to avoid pain, prevent falls – National Post New research on shoe fitting for older adults: “Shoes that are too narrow or too small can cause pain, but shoes that are too loose can result in lower gait […]

Filed Under: Fall Prevention in the Media, More Resources for Practitioners, More Resources for Seniors

June 4, 2019

Research: Home exercise program reduces rate of falls

A UBC study found that a home exercise program can reduce the rate of falls in at-risk seniors.

Filed Under: Fall Prevention in the Media, Fall Prevention Research

November 20, 2017

Staying active during the stormy season

Read the article for more tips on how to prevent falls.

Filed Under: Fall Prevention in the Media

November 10, 2017

Roundhouse Radio: Megan Oakey on the Jody Vance Show

Ms. Oakey talked about Seniors’ Fall Prevention Awareness Week, tips for preventing falls, and more.

Filed Under: Fall Prevention in the Media, Fall Prevention Week

November 10, 2017

CFAX 1070: Dr. Teresa Liu-Ambrose on fall prevention

Dr. Liu-Ambrose talked about fall prevention tips, causes of falls in older adults, and sex and gender differences in falls in British Columbia.

Filed Under: Fall Prevention in the Media, Fall Prevention Week

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