I imagine every one of you can name at least one person who has fallen during the last year. It may even be you. But there are actions you can take to prevent falls, which are one of the most serious health risks for older adults.

I used to think that the brain was the most important part of the body,” comedian Emo Philips once said. “Then I realized, ‘look who’s telling me that.’”

Each week, I include a Brain Tease to challenge that three-pound lump of gray matter hiding behind your forehead, since brain teasers can stimulate multiple areas of your brain, especially those responsible for working memory, pattern recognition, and problem-solving.

Memories. Those recollections from the past — including the embarrassing moments, which I would like to forget unless I want a good laugh at myself.

For most of us, memory loss is normal, but it can also be frustrating and confusing. Why can’t I remember where I left my phone when I can remember some obscure fact from two weeks ago? And why does it seem like whenever I remember a new name, my brain discards another to make room?