Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital – Fall Prevention Booth

September 19, 2017

Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital will staff a booth in its main south-entrance lobby this Friday, September 22, 2017 between noon and 3 p.m. to inform the public about the risk of falls as part of Fall Prevention Awareness Day, sponsored by the National Council on Aging and Spectrum Health.

Non-slip socks will be given free of charge, snacks will be served, and a free blood pressure screening will be available, along with information and discussion about how to prevent falls in the home.

Falls are the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries for people 65 years and older. Every 11 seconds, an older adult is seen in an emergency department for a fall-related injury. If you are an older adult, you have the power to reduce your risk of falling. If you have an aging parent or grandparent, help them stay healthy and independent by helping to reduce their risk. Most falls can be prevented. Stop by our booth and let us talk to you about how to stay safe.

Free fall-risk evaluations
Blood pressure screenings
Fall prevention tips from experts
Information on balance classes
Free non-slip socks, while supplies last

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 21 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.3 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness. For more information, visit corewellhealth.org.

Contact:
Patricia Ezdebski
Marketing and Public Relations
Office: 231.845.2350
Mobile: 231.301.4864
Email: patricia.ezdebski@corewellhealth.org