Falls are the major cause of non-fatal injury around the world. Among older persons, the risk of falling is significantly higher than younger adults and the consequences of falls can be severe. It is estimated that people above the age of 65 have the highest death rate from injuries. This article explains why older persons are more prone to falls and what you can do to reduce the risks.
Knowing the Risk Factors for Chronic Diseases Chronic diseases are the major cause of death and disability worldwide due to industrialisation, urbanisation, economic development and food market globalisation. People are now consuming a more energy dense, nutrient poor diet and
