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Seniors’ Fall Prevention Awareness Week

Seniors’ Fall Prevention Awareness Week

Nov 7, 2021 | Falls, Falls (Older Adults), News

According to Statistics Canada, British Columbia has one of the most rapidly aging populations in Canada. By 2031, almost one in four people in BC (over 1.3 million) will be 65 years of age and older. Falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths and...

Research into exercise program to prevent falls in older adults receives funding

Jun 6, 2019 | Falls, Falls (Older Adults), News

Research into whether physiotherapy coaching and Fitbits can help older adults complete strength and balance exercise programs designed to prevent falls received funding from the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research. Megan Oakey (pictured), Provincial Manager...

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