Preventing Falls | NIH News in Health

Preventing Falls | NIH News in Health

Preventing Falls

Each year millions of Americans, especially older adults, go to the emergency department after an injury from a fall. Learn what you can do to prevent falls. (From NIH News in Health)

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Food Allergy

Food allergies can be very difficult for those living with the allergy and their families. Read more about NIH’s commitment to food allergy research. (From NIH’s NIAID)

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Gene Identified In People Who Need Little Sleep

Scientists identified a gene that causes people to naturally sleep less than six and a half hours each night without any apparent ill effects. (From NIH Research Matters)

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Dilated Eye Exam

A dilated eye exam is the best thing you can do for your eye health. Discover why. (From NIH’s NEI)

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Fetal Alcohol Exposure

Fetal alcohol exposure occurs when a woman drinks while pregnant. Alcohol can disrupt fetal development at any stage during a pregnancy. (From NIH’s NIAAA)