(Contributed by DeTar Healthcare System)DeTar Healthcare System is working to counter common misconceptions regarding falls in older adults for Fall Prevention Week, Sept. 22-26. More than one in four adults aged 65 or older fall each year in the United States, according to the National Council on Aging. Fear, stigma and misinformation can often keep older adults from addressing the issue of falling directly. It is crucial for older adults to discuss possible side effects and interactions of medications with their provider. Community members can ask about fall prevention programs at DeTar Healthcare System and visit www.detar.com or www.ncoa.org/FallsPrevention for additional tools and resources.