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Lower Your Risk of Falling
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Many falls can be prevented. If you are age 65 or older, make small changes to lower your risk of falling.
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Add strengthening exercises to your routine 2 days a week.
Sign up for an exercise class.
Put double–sided tape under small rugs to hold them in place.
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