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More than one third of adults 65 and older fall each year. Here are few steps you can do to reduce your risk of falling: Remove raised doorway thresholds, throw rugs and clutter. Rearrange furniture and electrical cords to keep them out of walking paths. Wear slippers or shoes with nonskid soles. Use a cane or walker if you needed & walk on the grass when the sidewalks are slippery. Wipe up spills immediately, especially on ceramic floors. Keep stairways, porches and outside walkways well lit & use nightlights in hallways and bathrooms. Install sturdy handrails and grab handles on stairways. Use nonskid mats inside and outside your shower or tub and near the toilet. Use shower chairs and bath benches. Add extra light switches where needed. Put things within easy reach to avoid having to reach over your head. Repair loose carpet or raised areas in the floor that may cause you to trip. Keep a cordless phone and flashlight with new batteries by your bed.