Prevent Potential Pains of Falling Down at Palos Hospital

Falling down can be caused by far more than tripping over an out-of-place item or sheer clumsiness.

Changes in blood pressure, types of medications and how evenly a cane touches the ground can all be factors causing a fall.

In light of all of the ways people can lose their balance and injure themselves, Palos Community Hospital is holding a fair Tuesday morning to better understand what can cause falls.

Lectures and presentations will take place, and screenings for vision, blood pressure and balance will also be available. A physical therapist will also be on hand to help calibrate walkers and canes. Medications can also be reviewed with a pharmacist.

Stop by at 10 a.m.  Tuesday, Oct. 1 at Palos Community Hospital, 12251 S. 80th Ave. in Palos Heights for the fair.

Also this week…

Monday

Junior High Colorguard - workshop

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Meet the Artist: Stephanie Nordlin

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