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Seniors and the Internet: Online Safety Practices Are Key
Older adults are embracing digital technology in greater numbers than ever before. Smartphones, social media, e-readers, and the internet are all growing in popularity among seniors 65 and over, according to the latest figures from the Pew Research Center. Since 2013, more than half the senior population in the US has been going online on…
Read MoreSimple Changes Can Prevent Falls Risks at Home
According to the Centers for Disease Control, one in three older adults sustains a fall every year. In fact, falls are the leading cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries in older adults. In 2013, more than 2.5 million non-fatal falls were treated in emergency rooms in the U.S. National health statistics show that while…
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