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2. Despite increased focus on mental health, myths and ... - AOL

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   Mental health issues can cause repeated, negative thoughts that won't go away, Altschaefl said. Those thoughts can take many forms: fear of being made fun of at school, worrying something bad is ...

3. Fall Prevention Center of Excellence - Wikipedia

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   Over 3,800 older adults were assessed for fall risk and more than 2,500 were referred to local services. Coalitions also trained over 2,800 service providers and educated more than 25,000 caregivers and older adults. California Senior Fall Prevention Projects: Fall Prevention Program Expansion. Funded by the Archstone Foundation.

4. Fall injuries a huge risk for older Americans. This simple ...

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   “According to CDC data, the average hospital cost for a fall-related injury is roughly $30,000, and by 2030, the projected cost of treating senior falls in America’s hospitals is expected to ...

5. Fall prevention - Wikipedia

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   Fall prevention includes any action taken to help reduce the number of accidental falls suffered by susceptible individuals, such as the elderly and people with neurological (Parkinson's, Multiple sclerosis, stroke survivors, Guillain-Barre, traumatic brain injury, incomplete spinal cord injury) or orthopedic (lower limb or spinal column fractures or arthritis, post-surgery, joint replacement ...

6. Falls in older adults - Wikipedia

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   Falls in older adults are a significant cause of morbidity and mortality and are a major class of preventable injuries. Falling is one of the most common accidents that cause a loss in the quality of life for older adults, and is usually precipitated by a loss of balance and weakness in the legs. [1][2] The cause of falling in old age is often ...

7. Switching Antidepressants: Safety, Side Effects & Other ... - AOL

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   Some of the most common reasons to change antidepressants include: Side effects. Many antidepressants can cause side effects, including nausea, digestive issues, headaches and difficulty sleeping ...