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- A study shows more falls among older people at home.
- Many older people now have poorer vision that affects movement.
- Some houses have hazards that make walking inside risky.
- Poor vision and unsafe homes together raise the chance of falls.
- The risk is much higher when both problems exist together.
- Doctors advise regular vision checks and proper glasses use.
- Families should keep home paths clear and fix dangers.
- Small home changes can help prevent dangerous falls for elders.
Difficult words
- study — Research that gives information about a topic.
- vision — The ability to see with your eyes.
- hazard — Something that can cause harm or danger.hazards
- risk — The chance that something bad will happen.
- advise — To tell someone what they should do.
- prevent — To stop something bad before it happens.
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Discussion questions
- Do you check your vision?
- Do you keep home paths clear at your home?
- Do you or your family wear glasses?
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