Before the Fall: How Seniors Can Avoid One of Aging’s Most Dangerous Events

Before the Fall: How Seniors Can Avoid One of Aging’s Most Dangerous Events
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Baby boomers, who once viewed themselves as the coolest generation in history, are now thinking about how to they can stay healthy as they age. And one of the most important parts of healthy aging is avoiding a fall—the No. 1 cause of accidental death among people 65 and older.

The issue is growing more urgent each day. Some 46 million Americans are 65 and older, and their numbers are increasing rapidly.