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What to do when blood pressure falls

Engage in hobbies you enjoy and spend time with friends. With that said; while for many people low blood pressure is a sign of good health, about 75 million Americans fall into this category. Volume and the prevention of hypertension”. It’s important to see your doctor if you have signs or symptoms of hypotension because… Read More »

Alphabet's Verily has been working on health-tracking shoes to measure movement, weight and falls

Alphabet’s life sciences arm, Verily, has been looking for partners to co-develop shoes with sensors embedded to monitor the wearer’s movement and weight, as well as to measure falls, CNBC has learned.

Tai Chi May Work Best to Prevent Falls in Old Age

By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Sept. 10, 2018 (HealthDay News) — The ancient practice of tai chi may beat strength training and aerobics for preventing falls among seniors, a new trial shows. A modified senior-centered tai chi program reduced falls nearly a third better in a head-to-head comparison with an exercise regimen that combined… Read More »