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ST. LOUIS, MO — Falls are not funny when you’re an older person. Bones are brittle and broken bones do not heal as quickly. There’s a loss of mobility and sometimes it leads to more serious health issues.
SLUCare Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Lisa Cannada with SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital has more information about how to avoid a dangerous fall.
