May 16, 2024 · Learn how you can reduce your chance of falling or help a loved one prevent falls.

Falls can be particularly dangerous for older adults, often causing fractures, hospitalization, and disability. Read the articles below to learn about fall-related problems and find tips to help …

Jun 14, 2024 · 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.

Research shows that simple safety modifications at home, where most falls occur, can substantially cut the risk of falls and related injuries — such as bone fractures — for seniors.

Oct 28, 2024 · 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 …

May 9, 2024 · While not all falls result in an injury, about 37% of those who fall reported an injury that required medical treatment or restricted their activity for at least one day. 5 These injuries …

Most falls are caused by the interaction of multiple risk factors. The more risk factors a person has, the greater his/her chances of falling. Healthcare providers can lower a person’s risk by …

Jul 28, 2025 · This collection of effective fall interventions is designed to help public health practitioners, senior service providers, clinicians, and others who want to address older adult …

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Every year, millions of adults fall, leading to injuries and emergency room visits. Many of these falls and injuries can be prevented.