Bad news for hoarders! Decluttering the home reduces the chances of falls by ... trends now

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It's bad news for hoarders and vindication for those who think everything should have its place.

Decluttering the home can reduce the chances of falls by more than a quarter, a major review has found.

Eliminating hazards around the home, such as clutter, stairs without railings and poor lighting, can reduce the risk of falls for older people.

But other measures such as prescription glasses or special footwear had little effect, according to a Cochrane review.

Nearly one third of people aged 65 years and older fall each year, with most occurring in the home.