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Page 1: Fall Prevention Facts and Best Practices

Senior Fall Prevention

G E T T H E F A C T S

Understanding the facts on falls

and fall prevention can help

millions of Americans safeguard

themselves from the traumatic

impact of fall-related injuries.

Page 2: Fall Prevention Facts and Best Practices

FALLS IN OLDER ADULTS ARE SERIOUS

MORE THAN

2 MILLION

Adults age 65 and older in the United States

are treated in emergency hospitals for fall related injuries

Page 3: Fall Prevention Facts and Best Practices

HIP FRACTURES

Page 4: Fall Prevention Facts and Best Practices

HOSPITAL TREATMENT

Page 5: Fall Prevention Facts and Best Practices

DECREASE QUALITY OF LIFE

Page 6: Fall Prevention Facts and Best Practices

Senior Falls Can Be Prevented

Discover How in Our Fall Prevention Fact Sheet

There are several steps that can be taken to help prevent falls, or

lessen a senior’s chances of getting injured from a fall.

Our Fall Prevention Fact Sheet will help you better understand the

risks associated with senior falls and identify the best practices in

fall prevention.

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FALL PREVENTION FACT SHEET