Statistics/Facts
Ingredients that start with "C"
Prevention/What you can do!
Animals
Treatment & Management
100
1 in __ older adults experience falls every year in British Columbia
3
100
Bug's Bunny's favourite snack
Carrots
100
What shoes should you wear to prevent falls outdoors?
Rubber-soled shoes! Avoid flip flops and high-heeled shoes.
100
Ocean dwellers with colorful names on the endangered list include the green turtle & this most massive animal.
Blue Whales
100
True or False: falls are a normal part of aging
False, most falls are predictable and preventable
200
True or False: women have higher risk for fragility fractures than men
True
200
Wild rabbits are often a menace to the ____ patch
Cabbage
200
What can you do daily to prevent falls?
200
Octopi are called the smartest of these animals without backbones
Fun Fact: in 2009 one disassembled a valve & flooded a Calif. aquarium.
Invertebrates
200
Why are poor nutrition and dehydration associated with the risk of falls?
They can cause dizziness and weakness
300
How many low-trauma hip fractures are caused by falls?
95%
300
Greasy french favorite, often use when it's years old
Cheese
300
What should you do after experiencing a fall, even if you weren’t injured?
Inform your healthcare provider!
300
Found only in Vietnam & Laos, the saola has horns. It is also called this mythical creature.
Unicorn
300
What are some examples of medication that can cause dizziness or drowsiness?
Some blood pressure medications, diuretics, allergy medications, and certain antibiotics.
400
How many people disclose falling to their healthcare providers?
Less than half
400
Powdered tree bark with a distinct flavour
Cinnamon
400
What is a precaution you can take in case you fall when alone?
Keep a cell phone or portable alert device nearby at all times
400
Unlike most sea animals, for sea horse this pair of sense organs can move independently of one another.
Eyes
400
Which supplements can help prevent osteoporosis?
Vitamin D, Calcium! Consult your healthcare provider for exact dosages.
500
What is a fragility fracture?
Bone fracture related to the reduced overall strength of bone caused by decreased bone density or osteoporosis.
500
A variety of this plant has a gel that is used in creams
Cactus
500
What is one thing you can do if you tend to get dizzy when standing up too quickly?
Lift your heels up and down for 15-30 seconds before you stand up.
500
Things that can be seen from the Eiffel Tower or animals that live & feed on other animals
Paris Sights / Parasites
500
What’s something you can wear to protect your hips in case of a fall?
Hip protectors!