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Preventing Falls as We Age

Preventing Falls as We Age

Thursday, February 26, at 5:30 PM, held online
Over age 65, more than one in four people have a serious fall each year. Learn what you can do today to reduce fall risk and the complications that increase with age. The presentation covers risk factors for falls, prevention strategies, including balance and strengthening exercises, and how to make your home safer. Also, the support system Upstate provides older patients and points to consider as you look for medical care.

Speaker: Peter Jaskula, BSN, RN, ONC, Orthopedic Program Manager, Upstate Orthopedics

HealthLink at Upstate Medical University
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM on Thu, 26 Feb 2026

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Upstate Medical University's HealthLink program
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HealthLink at Upstate Medical University
6333 State Route 298
East Syracuse, New York 13057
3154648668
hlthlink@upstate.edu