Falls – Older Adults
We want a society where older adults can live safe, healthy and independent lives. While falls are a threat to the health and independence of older adults and can significantly limit their ability to remain self-sufficient, the opportunity to reduce falls among older adults has never been better. Today, there are proven interventions that can reduce falls and help older adults live better, and longer.
In the Spotlight
Publications and Resources
Older adult falls prevention guides for health care professionals, brochures, posters and more.
Data & Statistics
Rate of Nonfatal, Medically Consulted Fall Injury Episodes, by Age Group
In 2010, the overall rate of nonfatal fall injury episodes for which a health-care professional was contacted was 43 per 1,000 population. Persons aged ≥75 years had the highest rate (115).
Graphic source: MMWR Quickstats, 02/03/2012
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