September 22nd is Fall Prevention Day and September 22-26 is National Falls Prevention Week.

It’s a time to raise awareness about one of the greatest health risks facing older adults. Falls are the leading cause of injury among seniors, yet most falls are preventable with the right steps and support.

One out of 10 falls result in an injury that causes the older adult to restrict their activities for a day or more or to seek attention from the healthcare system.

Each year, there are about 3 million emergency department visits due to older adult falls.

Each year, there are about 1 million fall-related hospitalizations among older adults.

In 2019, 83% percent of hip fracture deaths and 88% of emergency department visits and hospitalizations for hip fractures were caused by falls. In 2023

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