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- About Older Adult Fall Prevention | Older Adult Fall Prevention | CDC
Falls are a threat to the health of older adults and can reduce their ability to remain independent However, falls don't have to be inevitable as you age You can reduce your chance of falling or help a loved one prevent falls There are proven ways to reduce and prevent falls, even for older adults
- Falls - World Health Organization (WHO)
Falls are the second leading cause of unintentional injury deaths worldwide Each year an estimated 684 000 individuals die from falls globally of which over 80% are in low- and middle-income countries Adults older than 60 years of age suffer the greatest number of fatal falls
- Falls and falls prevention - National Institute on Aging
Learn about balance problems and disorders, symptoms — such as dizziness, vertigo, and lightheadedness — and treatment options Explore these home safety tips to prevent falls, including simple changes in your living areas, personal and lifestyle changes, and home improvements
- Fall prevention: Simple tips to prevent falls - Mayo Clinic
Falls put you at risk of serious injury Prevent falls with these simple fall prevention measures, from reviewing your medications to hazard-proofing your home
- Older Adults and Falls: Why It Happens More Often As You Age
Find out more on why older adults have more falls, what to do in case they happen, and how to prevent falls
- Falls Prevention - The National Council on Aging
Everyone can take proactive steps to prevent falls Learn how NCOA supports evidence-based falls prevention programs and community-based organizations that help keep older Americans safe
- Older Adult Falls Data | Older Adult Fall Prevention | CDC
Falls are the leading cause of injury for adults ages 65 years and older 1 Over 14 million, or 1 in 4 older adults report falling every year 2 This chart shows the number of older adult fall-related deaths by month and year, including the most recent provisional data available
- Falls and Fractures in Older Adults: Causes and Prevention
More than one in four people age 65 years or older fall each year The risk of falling — and fall-related problems — rises with age However, many falls can be prevented For example, exercising, managing your medications, having your vision checked, and making your home safer are all steps you can take to prevent a fall
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