Falls at home can happen in the blink of an eye. One loose mat, a dim hallway, a chair that wobbles a bit more than it should, and suddenly things turn nasty. For many older Australians, a fall is not just a graze and a bit of a fright. It can mean weeks of recovery, a hospital visit, or a loss of confidence that lingers far longer than the bruises. The good news is that a safer home does not need to look like a medical centre. A few practical changes, made with a bit of common sense, can make…
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