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How to Prevent Hip Fractures

March 19, 2017

An estimated one-third of adults over the age of 65 suffer a fall each year. Falls can often lead to fractures, particularly in patients with osteoporosis. Read More

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics

Tagged with: geriatrics, hip fracture, orthopaedics

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Medical Mondays: Preventing Falls Among Seniors

September 14, 2015

In this edition of Medical Mondays, learn some simple methods to help prevent falls and where to seek care for someone who has suffered a fall. Learn More

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Tagged with: falls, head injury, hip fracture, medical mondays, senior

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The Threat of Common Fall-Related Injuries

August 29, 2015

Ror older people and others with weakened bones, falls can result in serious injuries such as hip fractures. Learn about the side effects and complications Learn More

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Tagged with: bone, fall-related injuries, hip fracture, injuries, medical mondays, osteoporosis

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Butt Out: Essential Reasons to Quit Smoking

November 20, 2013

Read more about the dangers and effects of smoking cigarettes. Learn how you can improve your health by putting out that butt and making a change today. Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness

Tagged with: broken bones, cataracts, cigarette, diabetes, hearing loss, heart disease, hip fracture, lung disease, macular degeneration, osteoporosis, quit smoking, smoking cessation, UPMC Health Plan