Finding Balance BC

Take the National Council on Aging Risk for Falling assessment to find out your score. If you answered YES to 4 or more, you may be at risk of falling. https://...www.ncoa.org/h/falls-prevention/falls-free-checkup/ Finding Balance BC BC Injury Research & Prevention Unit Fall Prevention Month #SurreyBC #fallsawarenessweek #FallsPreventionAwarenessWeek #fallsprevention

How is everyone doing this Friday?

Regular activity makes you stronger, improves your balance and helps prevent falls. Older adults should do at least 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous intensity aerobic physical activity per week. Tai chi is great! Learn more about how to get moving on our website: https://findingbalancebc.ca/exercise/

Tending to plants this long weekend? Don't forget to wear a hat and sunscreen to stay safe from the sun.

Top 10 myths and facts about falls from Vancouver Coastal Health!

Some medications can make you feel drowsy or dizzyand increase your risk of falling. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist, or learn more on our website: https://findingbalancebc.ca/medications/

Do you know the signs of elder abuse?

Healthy eating can not only reduce your risk of illness and disease, but also help you feel your best each day. Read advice from nutritionist Henry Lau: https://findingbalancebc.ca//finding-balance-with-a-healt/

Did you know? Pharmacists are available to review your medications and how they can affect you, whether it’s in person, over the phone, or through 8-1-1. Learn more about medication safety: https://findingbalancebc.ca/medications/

Take a minute to say "THANK YOU" to the essential workers in your life!

Cleaning more than usual? It's a good idea to open a window and wear gloves when disinfecting surfaces. Read more: http://www.bccdc.ca//prevention-/cleaning-and-disinfecting Provincial Health Services Authority - PHSA

Take a moment to look around your home for any hazards, such as loose rugs, clutter on stairways, and lights that have burnt out. Learn more about #homesafety: https://findingbalancebc.ca/home-safety/

We hope you are having a wonderful long weekend!