When it comes to risks around the household, it’s hard to ignore the kitchen. It’s filled with knives, glass, stoves, and plenty of electronics close to water sources. While that space might start to sound a little scary when you start thinking about it, it’s actually not the most dangerous spot in your house. That ranking is reserved for the bathroom.
Though most people probably don’t have fear at the forefront of their mind while they’re going about their daily bathroom tasks, one is more likely to die here in an accident than anywhere else in their home. Why? Slick surfaces that result in falls. Believe it or not, more than 20 million Americans are injured here every year, with of those 200,000+ people visiting the emergency room following an accident in the bathroom.
Another interesting bathroom accident statistic is that women tend to fall victim at a much higher rate – 64% vs 36% to be exact – most likely skewed by a high percentage of 85+ year olds being involved in the accidents, a demographic which tends to skew female by nearly double.
Looking to help eliminate your risks when you’re in the bathroom? Here are a few ideas on how to do so.
1. Install handles
2. Use non-slip rugs to cover slick surfaces
3. Install bright lights that show slick spots
4. Avoid getting water where it shouldn’t be
5. Keep electronics away from water sources
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