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Falling has become an epidemic in America among the elderly, and it remains a leading cause of death for the over-65 set. Well hear why doctors are urging patients to fight against falls as they would against heart disease. And well learn ways to steady ourselves as we age. We'll also discuss personalized health care options, and get the latest nutrition and fitness news.
Guests
- Katie Hafner, technology and health reporter for the New York Times
- Dr. Kristin Oaks, family medicine physician with Ideal Medical Practices
- Dr. Gina Love-Walker, internist in private practice at Your Private MD
- Dr. John Swartzberg, chair of the editorial board of the UC Berkeley School of Public Health Wellness Letter
Related Link Read Katie Hafner's series Bracing for the Falls of an Aging Nation