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Rendell Administration Unveils Falls Prevention Program for Older Adults

Published in Healthcare Mergers, Acquisitions and Ventures Week, April 21st, 2007

Department of Aging Secretary Nora Dowd Eisenhower announced the launch of "Healthy Steps for Older Adults," a falls prevention program that is designed to keep older Pennsylvanians on their feet and out of the hospital.

"Falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospital stays for older adults and are often precursors to a nursing home," Eisenhower said. "Preventing falls is part of Governor Rendell's strategy to provide older Pennsylvanians with the resources they need to live safely at home, rather than moving into a nursing home or similar institution."

Healthy Steps for Older Adults will be offered in 34 counties. Intended for adults over...

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