Episode #121. The vital sign you will live longer, how well can you navigate a Figure-of-8-Walk (F8W) Test? Dr Jennifer Brach, University of Pittsburgh, School of Public Health.

THRIVING MINDS PODCAST - A podcast by Professor Selena Bartlett, Neuroscientist, Brain Health is Everyone's Business

Every 11 seconds, an older adult is admitted to the emergency room due to a fall, and every 19 minutes, a fall-related death occurs. We focus on what we eat, exercise, and relationships and connections. We think about preventing cardiovascular disease, cancer, chronic respiratory disease, and dementia to have longer healthier lives. However, falling is the most prevalent and expensive issue facing people.Falls are the primary cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries in those aged 65 an...