Prevent a fall
Anyone can have a fall, but as we get older, our risk of falling increases, and so does our likelihood of suffering a serious injury.
There are, however, a number of simple things you can do to help you stay steady on your feet.
There are seven key steps you can take to help reduce your risk of a fall:
- Exercise regularly
- Check your eyes and hearing
- Look after your feet
- Manage your medicines
- Keep your bones healthy
- Check for trip hazards
- Tackle the fear of falling
Find out more information about how you can prevent a fall.
Local Falls Prevention Service
The West Essex Falls Prevention team delivers a falls prevention service to residents in Uttlesford, offering home visiting and assessment, advice and support for people who have fallen or are at risk of falling, to help prevent future falls.