Hearing Aids Help Balance, Prevent Falls for Some Elders

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), falls are the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries for people over 65. Falls can cause moderate to severe injuries, such as hip fractures and head traumas, and can increase the risk of early death. Fortunately, falls are a public health problem that is largely preventable. The CDC suggests these steps as a start: Continue reading on HealthCentral for tips on how we can address fall risk (and how hearing affects this problem):    Minding Our Elders: Caregivers Share Their Personal Stories. “I hold onto your book as a life preserver and am reading it slowly on purpose...I don't want it to end.” ...Craig William Dayton, Film Composer   Discover the Difference. EGOSAN - the Top-Rated incontinence brand from Italy. Now Available on Amazon. ***Egosan is PEFC certified. This certification guarantees that their products are from sustainably managed forests and recycled controlled sources              Related StoriesHearing Loss Addressed Early Can Help Protect BrainCaregivers Can Help Older Adults Retain Their DignityLife Does Go on After a Dementia Diagnosis: Try Art 
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