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 City Officials Stress the Importance of Preventing Falls among Older Adults
Falls are the leading cause of fatal injuries for older adults; September 23rd is Falls Prevention Awareness Day
 In recognition of Falls Prevention Awareness Day, the Health Department and the Department for the Aging (DFTA) are urging New Yorkers to help prevent falls among older adults, and publicizing the numerous steps City agencies are taking against this leading cause of injuries. As the city's older population grows - more than 1 million New Yorkers are now 65 or older, up from 605,000 in 1950 - this message is more critical than ever. Fortunately, there are effective ways to prevent falls. They include modifying medicines, improving vision, promoting physical activity and reducing trip-and-fall hazards in the home and community.
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