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  • Which common prescriptions quietly raise seniors’ risk of dangerous falls?

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📰 News we're reading

• 10 Drugs That Increase Your Risk of Falling (everydayhealth.com) — Durham readers may be interested that a Duke geriatrics expert is warning about how common medications can sharply increase fall risks for older adults. The piece explains which drug classes are most concerning, why they raise the chance of serious injuries, and how to work with your doctor to review prescriptions, adjust doses, and make your home safer to prevent falls.
   

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