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2021 Falls Prevention Awareness Week Presentations
Falls are not inevitable. Most falls can be avoided. To mark Falls Prevention Awareness Week, September 20 through 24, 2021, Juniper held free online sessions. They are chocked full of good information and tips to help you reduce your risk.
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Take the Right Steps to Prevent Falls
According to the CDC, every second of the day, someone age 65 and over falls in the United States. One in four older adults will experience a fall, and one in five falls results in a broken bone, too often a hip fracture. Slips and falls are NOT a “normal” part of aging and they can be prevented.
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Social Connect: An Antidote for Stress and Social Isolation
Stress and social isolation can affect anyone. If you are an older adult or a person with disabilities, you probably know that you are particularly at risk for them. Social Connect is proving to be a resource that can help you stay well, learn how to manage stress and get connected to others through the program’s classes.
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Exercise Is for All of Us
Exercise not only has physical benefits but many mental and emotional benefits as well. This article will detail why exercise is important, the benefits associated with getting regular exercise, ways to maintain an exercise program, and possible risks associated with exercise and when to see your doctor regarding these risks.
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Flourish: Don't Be Salty This Holiday Season
On average, Americans consume 47% more sodium per day than they should.
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Be Well Stories
Savoring the season: Making the most of fall weather
Beat the heat: Staying safe and cool in the summer
Lifelong learning: the benefits of learning a new skill
Maintain healthy vision
The benefits of gardening
The joy of giving back as a volunteer
The role pets can play in healthy aging
What we can learn from Blue Zones
Building healthy habits
Preventing muscle loss
Heart health as we age
The power of positivity
Essential nutrients for healthy aging
Staying active in cold weather
Home modifications to prevent falls
The impact of stress on aging and how to manage it
The role of social connections in longevity
Care tips for aging skin
How to improve sleep quality as you age
The importance of nutrition for healthy aging
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