Falls are by far the leading cause of home injury. They account for 5.1 million home injuries and nearly 6,000 deaths a year – the vast majority occurring among adults age 65 and older. Yet few families consider it a major issue.

If you have a multi-story home, or even a single-story with raised platforms, consider these stair safety tips to protect everyone in your household.

• In home with young children, use sturdy safety gates at the top and bottom of stairways.
• All stairway and steps, no matter how short, should have handrails on both sides.
• Install bright lights with on/off switches at the top and bottom of each stairwell and over porches and entryways.
• Keep stairways and steps clear of all objects. Never use the stairs for temporary storage or for displaying decorative items.

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