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This super lightweight adjustable-height cordless LED lamp goes wherever you need it to go. Carbon steel and aluminum battery powered lamp has no cord so no tripping hazard and no restriction on where you put it. Great for reading crafts repairs and more. Battery-operated lamp features 16 LED bulbs and requires 6 AA batteries (not included). 8 dia. base. Light is 6 L x 5 3/8 W. Measures 51 1/2 H. Minor assembly required. |||Tips & Info Each year thousands of unsuspecting Americans fall at home leaving many of them seriously injured and even disabled. In 2010 more than 12 800 people over age 65 died and 1.6 million were treated in emergency departments because of falls.Falls can occur unexpectedly even to the most sure-of-foot person. Most falls take place at home making proactive fall prevention around the house so important. Here are some safety tips to help prevent slips trips and falls:Easy Comforts fall prevention and home safety tipsReduce your risk of trips and slips by keeping your feet firmly in touch with the ground.Use products that hold rugs in place and add traction to slippery surfaces. Never walk around the house barefoot or in socks/slippers with smooth bottoms.Ensure uniform lighting in rooms by adding lights to dark areas.Use motion-sensing lights so you can see where you re walking.Place lighting close to the bed where it s easy to reach.Preventative measures such as handles and mats lessen the chance of being caught off guard.Keep items used frequently on lower shelves (about shoulder level).Use a stool with a bar attached for additional stability when reaching items on high shelves.Place non-slip mats or strips on the floor of the tub or shower.Add bars inside and outside your bathing area and next to the toilet. Health tips for preventing fallsExercise regularly. Focus on increasing leg strength and improving balance.Identify your medications that may cause side effects such as dizziness or drowsiness.Keep an eye on your
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