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Older people and falls

Anyone can be at risk of having a fall, but some older adults are more vulnerable than others. Here's how to take steps to prevent falls.

Facial injuries

An injury to the face can be caused by almost anything, including falling over, cutting yourself shaving or being struck in the face by an object.

Fractures

A fracture is a broken bone. It can be caused by trauma, such as a sports injury or fall. Fractures can also be caused by minor injuries in conditions that weaken the bone.

Mouth and tongue cuts

Cuts to the mouth and tongue can happen after a fall or knock to the head. Most are minor and heal on their own, but some may need medical treatment.

Infertility

Find out what infertility is and what you can do if you are having problems falling pregnant. Fertility problems affect both males and females.

Safe use of sleeping pills

Sleeping pills are medicines designed to help you fall asleep or stay asleep, in the treatment of insomnia. Learn more about the associated risks.

Sleep paralysis

Sleep paralysis is temporary loss of muscle control just after falling asleep or before waking up. Find out about its causes, symptoms and treatments.

Back injuries

Back injuries can happen as a result of sudden movements, falls or accidents. Learn to recognise symptoms that could indicate a severe back injury.

Tailbone (coccyx) pain and injury

Tailbone (coccyx) pain and injury can happen if you fall or sit on hard surfaces. Learn to manage your pain with self care and when to see your doctor.

Loss of male libido

Your libido (sex drive) can rise and fall over time. Read about how relationships, health, work, stress and other pressures can affect your libido.

Dental injury

Dental injuries can happen with falls or when playing sport. They can also happen when eating something hard. Learn about dental first aid here.

Alopecia (Hair loss)

Hair loss (known as alopecia) can be distressing. Before you can treat your hair loss, it's important to understand the cause. Learn more here.

Hair problems

Hair problems can arise from genetic disorders, psychological disorders or different types of infections. Find more information on a number of different hair problems.

Male pattern baldness

Learn about male pattern baldness and what treatment options are available.

Female pattern hair loss

Female pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) is the most common type of hair loss and thinning in females. Learn about causes and treatments here.

Hair transplant

Hair transplantation is a treatment option for baldness. It’s a surgery which transfers hair from where it is thicker to hairless areas of the scalp.

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a condition that affects your bones, causing them to become weak and fragile. Learn about its treatment, management and prevention.

Manage your health in your 70s and older

If you are 70 or older, you should be aware of common health conditions and their signs. Learn some ways to help manage your health as you age.

Manage your health in your 60s

If you are in your 60s, you should be aware of some common health conditions. Find out their symptoms, how to prevent them and stay healthy.

Lightheadedness

Lightheadedness or feeling woozy is when you feel like fainting or passing out. You might be dehydrated or it could be something more serious.

How to get better sleep, according to science

Nearly half of Australian adults don't get enough quality sleep. Here are 6 tips for better sleep and the causes of poor sleep to avoid.

Malnutrition

Malnutrition is when your diet does not contain the right amount of nutrients needed to maintain healthy body function. Learn the risks and treatment.

Osteoporosis medicines

Osteoporosis medicines include bisphosphonates, denosumab and hormonal treatments. Calcium, vitamin D and exercise are also important.

Caring for sutures

Sutures need proper care to help wounds heal and reduce scarring. They hold a wound closed and are removed or dissolve after it has healed.

Collapsing

Collapsing has a range of causes, often occurring because of fainting. Find out about the causes of collapse and what to do if someone collapses.

Grommets

Grommets are tiny ventilation tubes. They are put into the eardrum to prevent a build-up of fluid. Learn more about how to care for grommets here.

Bone density scan

Find out if you need a bone density scan and how this medical test is used to help identify low bone density and diagnose osteoporosis.

Head injuries

Head injuries can be serious, even if they're not visible. Read about signs and symptoms, as severe head injuries always need to be seen by a doctor.

Healthy bones

From your 40s onwards, bones gradually lose their density. Follow these steps to help keep your bones healthy and avoid osteoporosis.

Wounds, cuts and grazes

Minor wounds like cuts and grazes can usually be treated without medical attention. Find out more on how to keep them clean and prevent infection.

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Search results for: "Falls"

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Older people and falls

Facial injuries

Fractures

Mouth and tongue cuts

Infertility

Safe use of sleeping pills

Sleep paralysis

Back injuries

Tailbone (coccyx) pain and injury

Loss of male libido

Dental injury

Alopecia (Hair loss)

Hair problems

Male pattern baldness

Female pattern hair loss

Hair transplant

Osteoporosis

Manage your health in your 70s and older

Manage your health in your 60s

Lightheadedness

How to get better sleep, according to science

Malnutrition

Osteoporosis medicines

Caring for sutures

Collapsing

Grommets

Bone density scan

Head injuries

Healthy bones

Wounds, cuts and grazes

Life stage

Older people and falls

Facial injuries

Fractures

Mouth and tongue cuts

Infertility

Safe use of sleeping pills

Sleep paralysis

Back injuries

Tailbone (coccyx) pain and injury

Loss of male libido

Dental injury

Alopecia (Hair loss)

Hair problems

Male pattern baldness

Female pattern hair loss

Hair transplant

Osteoporosis

Manage your health in your 70s and older

Manage your health in your 60s

Lightheadedness

How to get better sleep, according to science

Malnutrition

Osteoporosis medicines

Caring for sutures

Collapsing

Grommets

Bone density scan

Head injuries

Healthy bones

Wounds, cuts and grazes

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