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A best practices guide for the prevention of falls among seniors living in the community  Presents the findings of a review of the effectiveness of falls prevention programs for community-dwelling seniors. Discusses effective interventions and strategies. Includes a table of resources for practitioners and an evaluation guide for fall prevention programs. Source: Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) Active independent aging: a community guide for falls prevention and active living  Describes a guide designed to promote the health and independence of older adults and veterans, through falls prevention, active living and activity-friendly environments. Provides information on getting started, safer communities and program evaluation. Source: Community Health Research Unit (Ottawa) Bruno and Alice: a love story in twelve parts about seniors and safety  Promotes awareness of injury prevention for seniors. Each episode of the story illustrates personal measures that seniors can take to make their environment safer and prevent injuries. Source: Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) Community-based exercise program reduces risk factors for falls in 65 to 75 year-old women with osteoporosis: randomized controlled trial  Discusses the findings of a study conducted in Vancouver where older women with osteoporosis were entered into an exercise program, and measured for improvements in their balance, flexibility and strength after participating for 20 weeks. Source: Canadian Medical Association (CMA) From: CMAJ Enhancing safety and security for Canadian seniors: setting the stage for action  Provides an outline of issues affecting vulnerability in later life and highlights data relating to the incidence, consequences, and issues for action in relation to injury (mostly in relation to falls), abuse and crimes against seniors. Presents a list of strategies for use by governments, communities, and organizations. Source: Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) Environmental scan of seniors' and veterans' falls-prevention activity  Relates falls prevention to the determinants of health. Provides information about the interventions currently in place. Identifies key stakeholders and potential partners in the Health Canada / Veterans Affairs Canada Falls Prevention Initiative. Link requires PDF reader. Source: Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) Facts on playground safety  Identifies the most common causes of injuries sustained by children in the playground. Makes recommendations to help ensure a child's safety when using play equipment. Link requires PDF reader. Source: Saskatchewan Prevention Institute Fall prevention  Addresses the importance of fall related injuries in relation to the hospitalization of Canadian seniors. Includes fall facts and describes various projects in this regard. Provides access to related links and publications. Source: BC Injury Research and Prevention Unit (BCIRPU) Fall prevention & seniors  Provides seniors with information on fall prevention and home safety. Includes information on the proper use of canes and walkers, and how to use a step stool safely. Source: City of Ottawa Falls  Presents basic facts on falls in children and offers tips to protect children from falls. Source: IMPACT, the injury prevention centre of Children's Hospital
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