Monthly Archives: March 2011

  Facts: One third of people over the age 65 and one half of people over the age 85 fall at least once a year. Most people fall more than once. One third of falls require medical attention and/or hospitalization. … Continue reading →

Elderly Fall Injury Prevention Legislation and Statutes One in three adults age 65 and older falls each year. In 2005, 15,800 people age 65 and older died from injuries related to unintentional falls. About 1.8 million people age 65 and … Continue reading →