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- 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
- Common Fall Injury Causes, Treatment Prevention
Unintentional falls are a leading cause of injuries for almost all age groups in the United States And falls are a bigger concern for people in two age groups: children around ages 1 to 2 and adults over 65
- About Older Adult Fall Prevention | Older Adult Fall Prevention | CDC
Learn how you can reduce your chance of falling or help a loved one prevent falls
- Snoqualmie Falls overflows as river hits major flood stage
SNOQUALMIE, Wash – Water is rushing over Snoqualmie Falls as the Snoqualmie River reaches major flood stage
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Falls - MedlinePlus
We all fall down sometimes Most of the time falls are not serious But some falls can be dangerous Learn how to prevent falls
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