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What you need to know to remain safe.  Talk with your care team, family and neighbours and plan ahead.  Identify things that may put you at risk of falling.  Consider getting a fall detection bracelet or watch.   If a fall happens remain calm.  Call for help.    

Skin safety is important.  Pressure injuries is damage which has occurred to the skin as a result of unrelieved pressure.  The damage may appear as a red area, blister (or purple or blood-filled area), or open wound.  The area may be warmer, swollen or painful if you can feel this.can develop quickly. They can be difficult to heal, cause pain, infection and even death.

Pressure injuries can develop quickly, but most pressure injuries are preventable. 

Washing hands is the most important and effective way to prevent spread of infection.  Preventing the spread of illness to friends, family and the community is a joint effort.   Discover best practices and how to improve your health easily.  

Medication Reconciliation is a joint effort between individuals, families and care providers to review all medications, ensure they are up to date and prevent conflicts between drugs.