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Nathalie van der Velde, a leading expert in aging at the Amsterdam University Medical Center, says staying active is key for preventing falls as you age. (Courtesy of Nathalie van der Velde)

Here’s what an expert on accidental falls does every day to prevent them

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A study in the Journal of the American Medical Directors Association found that a first fall in older adults can lead to a decline in health and increased care needs. Nathalie van der Velde, a geriatric medicine professor, emphasizes fall prevention through medication reviews, home safety, and exercise. She advises starting fall risk assessments before age 65.

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