Once you reach a “certain age” you’re at risk no matter how careful you are. And the statistics are scary. One in four older adults falls each year, and falls are the #1 cause of accidental deaths for those over 65. In fact, estimates are that every 19 minutes an older adult dies from a fall. The reason for these falls? It can run the gamut from balance or eyesight problems to weather conditions or hazards in your home. While you can’t live in a bubble, you can minimize the risk. For the latest thinking on falls and precautions to take, read here. And for some guidelines and checklists for how to make your home a fall-free zone, click here and here. Finally, for the latest recommendations from geriatrician Dr. Leslie Kernisan, who’s just published her 4 proven approaches for fall prevention, carefully take a seat and read here.