Death rates from falls among adults aged ≥ 65 years increased 110%!
Death rates from unintentional falls among adults aged ≥ 65 years increased 110%. For men the death rates were higher than women. Nonfatal fall injuries are among the most costly health conditions among people 65 years and older, and falls are the number 1 reason why older adults loose independence. Many fall risk factors are modifiable Potentially modifiable risk factors for falling are; poor balance, mobility problems, impaired vision, and insufficient vitamin D. Contributi