Life Alert cost<\/a> to add on this option.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nKeep in mind that the most overwhelming effect of falling is losing independent functioning. \u00a0Twenty-five percent of those who fracture a hip require life-long nursing care. \u00a0About 50 percent of the elderly who sustain a fall-related injury will be discharged to a nursing home rather than return home.<\/p>\n
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