I’m getting older, how can I prevent falls?
- Written by: Anne Tiedemann, Professor of Physical Activity and Health, University of Sydney
ShutterstockFalls are common. Each year one in every three people aged over 65 will fall. Around one in ten falls lead to serious injury. Most of us have a friend or relative who has experienced an injury from a fall and know what a life-changing event it can be.
The most common serious injuries are fractures and brain injuries. Falls can also...