Walking on Ice and Snow: Simple Ways to Stay Steady This Winter
Icy steps and driveways are easy to misjudge. Here are simple, practical steps from the NIA and CDC to help you stay steady, plus what to do if you fall.
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Hanging Holiday Lights: Ladder Safety Basics
A ladder is the riskiest part of hanging holiday lights. These simple OSHA-based habits help you climb more safely, or skip the climb altogether.
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Brighter Stairs and Nightlights: Simple Ways to Prevent Falls at Home
Good light and a few small stair fixes can make your home safer, especially at night. Here is a simple plan based on CDC guidance.
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Bathroom Safety After 50: Simple Changes That Help Prevent Falls
A few low-cost changes, from grab bars to non-slip mats and better lighting, can make the bathroom safer. Here is what the CDC recommends.
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Balance and Strength Exercises for Beginners: A Gentle Guide
Balance and strength can be practiced at any age. Learn the CDC activity guidelines for adults 65 and older, plus simple step-by-step exercises from NIA and the CDC.
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A Room-by-Room Checklist to Help Prevent Falls at Home
Most falls happen at home, and many of the fixes are simple. Walk through each room with this plain-English checklist based on the CDC’s “Check for Safety” guide.
