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  2. Falling when you're elderly is dangerous. Here's how it ... - AOL

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    Falling once doubles your chances of falling again, according to the CDC. (Getty Images) (Getty Images) Falls can be serious — and even deadly — in older adults and the elderly.

  3. Falls in older adults - Wikipedia

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    Visual impairments, glaucoma, macular degeneration and retinopathy increase the risk of falling and of hip fractures. [ 14 ] Bifocals and trifocals can increase the risk of falling as the lower portion of corrective lenses are optimized for distances approximately 18 in (46 cm), thus precluding clear vision of one's feet/floor, approximately 4. ...

  4. Falling (accident) - Wikipedia

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    Falling; Falling is a normal experience for young children, but falling from a significant height or onto a hard surface can be dangerous. Complications: Head injury, concussion, bone fracture, [1] abrasion, bruise: Risk factors: Convulsion, vision impairment, difficulty walking, home hazards [1] Frequency: 226 million (2015) [2] Deaths ...

  5. 3 ways to minimize your own risk of falling like Pelosi and ...

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    In addition, eating a well-balanced diet consisting of wholesome, high-quality foods that ensure an adequate dietary intake of calcium and vitamin D is central to good health, including bone ...

  6. Swimming - Wikipedia

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    [23] Swimming is an ideal workout for the elderly, as it is a low-impact sport with very little risk of injury. Exercise in the water works out all muscle groups, helping with conditions such as muscular dystrophy which is common in seniors. It is also a common way to relieve pain from arthritis.

  7. Fall prevention - Wikipedia

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    Implementation of these exercises have been shown to reduce risk of falls and should be incorporated in exercise programs for older adults with a fall risk. Physical and Occupational therapist use similar exercises to treat fall risk patients. [90] Structured exercise programs allow seniors to reduce fall risk and generally increase quality of ...

  8. Vitamin D not recommended for preventing fractures in older ...

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    The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force released a draft recommendation advising against using vitamin D to prevent falls and fractures in people over 60. Pharmacist Katy Dubinsky weighs in.

  9. Cold shock response - Wikipedia

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    Immune system: Increase in leucocytes, Increase in monocytes, Fewer infections Cold water swimming still poses a significant health risk for inexperienced and untrained swimmers. It is recommended that in order to fully benefit from the metabolic and thermogenic effects of cold water swimming, a grade and progressive acclimatization program is ...