Self-reported falls and fall-related injuries among persons aged [greater than or equal to] 65 years--United States, 2006.
From: Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report
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Date: 3/7/2008
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Author: Ballesteros, M.F.; Mack, K.A.; Paulozzi, L.J.; Stevens, J.A.
Each year, an estimated one third of older adults fall, and the likelihood of falling increases substantially with advancing age. In 2005, a total of 15,802 persons aged [greater than or equal to] 65 years died as a result of injuries from falls (1). However, the number of older adults who fall and are not injured or who sustain minor or moderate injuries and seek treatment in clinics or physician offices is unknown. To estimate the percentage of older adults who fell during the ...
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