No matter what your age, a nasty fall can change your life in an instant. Dr. Gradman received his medical degree at Harvard Medical School and was a practicing vascular surgeon until he retired in 2018.  His book is a primer on fall prevention. It blends humor, vignettes, and many anecdotes along with useful and thorough advice for adults and seniors. One notable highlight is a discussion of Winston Churchill, who Dr. Gradman claims is the patron saint of falls.

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