Category Archives: Falls

Keeping Safety in Mind This Winter


It is still fall according to the calendar, and already the mountain tops to the east and west are covered with a beautiful white frosting of snow.  This certainly reminds us of why we love living in Vermont! But, this … Continue reading

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Seniors and Aging: Tips for Preventing Falls


By Dawn Weening, RN, CCM Did you know falls are the leading cause of injury and death for senior citizens? Falls are also the most common cause of nonfatal injuries and hospital admissions. Preventing a fall could be the difference … Continue reading

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April 4th – April 8th is Injury Prevention Week!


Today starts Public Health week which this year is emphasizing injury prevention –Did you know Fletcher Allen Health Care is actively involved in Injury Prevention and Care? This week, we will post injury prevention education on falls, burns, car crashes, … Continue reading

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Top Ten Tips for Preventing Falls – in Honor of National Falls Awareness Day


A Startling Statistic Did you know that falls are the leading cause of injury deaths for Americans 65 years of age and older?  More than 18,000 older Americans die every year because of a fall, and the rate has risen … Continue reading

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