It is one thing that can affect almost every area of health – physical activity. It can improve cognition, mood and mental health. Being active helps prevent against various chronic diseases and helps people maintain a healthy weight. It can increase strength, stability, and longevity as we age, and even provides opportunity for socializing. We […]
Reduce Tripping Hazards to Prevent Falls
No one likes to fall. It hurts! Falling can also lead to broken bones, head injuries, hospitalizations and more. The U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention shows falls result in more than 2.8 million yearly emergency room treatments. This includes over 800,000 hospitalizations and 27,000 deaths, with people over 65 being the largest group […]