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Being older is not for the faint of heart, and neither is the summer heat in Kansas.  Healthcare professionals see an increase in heat-related illness during the summer.  Everyone is susceptible to heat-related illnesses, but being over 65 is one of the leading risks.  Other risks also include if you are working outside, dehydration or limited ways to cool yourself off like having access to air conditioning.  With proper knowledge and preparation, heat-related illnesses can be avoided.

September 20th kicks off National Fall Prevention Week.  While our VNA team frequently works with individuals after a fall, we want to raise awareness on how to prevent a fall.  We use “6 Tips to Help Prevent Falls” from the National Council on Aging to educate our patients in their home.  As a physical therapist working in home health, I spend a lot of time on the balance and physical exercise portion.  However, I also find that the 5th tip, keeping your home safe, is one of the easiest things to focus on and change, but many people do not correct potentially dangerous situations.