ATIVESITE | How to Prevent Falls in Parkinson’s Disease | Parkinson’s Foundation

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More than half of people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) will experience a fall over the next year. While some falls might result in minor scrapes or bruises, others can be life-changing, impacting mobility and more. Watch to learn how PD symptoms can contribute to falls and how to lessen the risk.

Helpful resources:
– Parkinson’s Foundation Helpline: 1-800-4PD-INFO (1-800-473-4636) | Helpline@Parkinson.org | https://www.parkinson.org/resources-support/helpline

– Resources for those who are new to Parkinson’s disease: https://www.parkinson.org/living-with-parkinsons/new-to-parkinsons

– Aware in Care hospital safety kit: https://www.parkinson.org/resources-support/hospital-safety-kits

– PD Health @ Home programs: https://www.parkinson.org/resources-support/online-education/pdhealth

– Información en español: https://www.parkinson.org/espanol

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