Fall Prevention Awareness Week: Add Your Steps to Meet the Challenge!
September is a month of back to school, crisp morning air, changing colors, and the time of year we dedicate to raising awareness about Fall Prevention. This year’s Fall Prevention Awareness week will take place September 21-25, and LifePath is excited to announce that we will once again be participating in the 8th Annual Step
What Is Osteoporosis and How Does It Impact Older Adults?
Bones are made up of living tissue that’s constantly changing. During our lifetime, our body relies on the minerals calcium and phosphate to keep our bones strong and healthy. As we age, however, our bodies tend to reabsorb these minerals instead of keeping them in our bones.
When more old bone is reabsorbed and not enough
Recognize Falls Prevention Awareness Week By Learning How To Prevent Falls
Falls are the leading cause of hospital-related injury for adults over 65 years old in Massachusetts. While common, falls are not a normal part of aging and are frequently preventable. Using evidence-based strategies can help to make fall risk prevention a priority and decrease the odds of a potentially life-altering fall.
Falls Prevention Awareness week is