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Act to get your eyes, ears and feet checked annually

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Get a check-up every year

Read on below about how taking care of your eyes, ears and feet can help to prevent falls!

Get your eyes checked

Not seeing well, bad lighting, and even wearing bifocals can make you more likely to fall.

  • 5 Ways Taking Care of Your Vision and Hearing Help Lower Falls Risk

  • Find Local Services if you are Blind or Visually Impaired

  • Creating a Safe and Livable Community for Blind or Low Vision Individuals

Get your ears checked

Ear health issues can increase your fall risk, such as dizziness, difficulty hearing or poor balance.

  • Find resources for hearing loss in NC

  • 5 Ways Taking Care of Your Vision and Hearing Help Lower Falls Risk

  • Healthy Ears - Diabetes and Balance

Get your feet checked

Our feet can change over time. Find shoes that fit you well and get regular foot care, especially if you have any foot pain. Here are some tips:

  • How to Choose Footwear

  • How Foot Care and Safe Shoes can Prevent Falls

  • How the Right Shoes Can Protect You From Falling

Check out this video for tips to prevent falls and stay independent as you age!