SKH Health Talk- Dizziness in Older Adults

Stay Steady – Understanding and Managing Dizziness in Older Adults

Feeling dizzy or unsteady can be a common issue as we age. While most causes of dizziness are not serious, frequent giddiness can increase your risk of falling and getting injured. The good news is – there are simple ways to manage it and feel more confident on your feet.

From this talk, you will:

• Learn about the common causes of giddiness and how to spot them
• Understand why balance changes with age, and how things like your inner ear and medications play a part
• Try out simple exercises that can help improve your balance at home
• Pick up tips on when to seek medical advice and what to do if dizziness keeps coming back

Come along to find out more about what causes dizziness and how you can stay safe, steady, and active in your golden years! 

讲座简介：保持稳健 – 了解和管理乐龄人士的头晕问题 

随着年龄增长，感到头晕或不稳是常见的问题。虽然大多数导致头晕的原因并不严重，但经常性的头晕可能会增加跌倒和受伤的风险。好消息是：有一些简单的方法可以帮助管理这个问题，让您在行走时更有信心。

通过本次讲座，您将： 

• 了解头晕的常见原因以及如何识别它们
• 理解平衡能力为何会随年龄改变，以及内耳和药物如何发挥作用
• 尝试简单的居家平衡练习
• 学习何时该寻求医疗建议，以及在头晕反复发作时该怎么办 

欢迎参加讲座，了解更多关于头晕的成因，以及如何在黄金岁月中保持安全、稳健和活力！