1 out of 3 over the age of 65 and 1 out of 2 over the age of 80 will fall at least once a year
If you fall once, you are twice as likely to fall again
Women are 3 times more likely than men to be hospitalized for a fall but men are more likely than women to experience fatal falls.
Falls are not a normal part of aging. After a fall you may lose confidence, be afraid you might fall again or stop going out and doing things you enjoy.
Prevention
Take action to prevent falls and keep your independence
Check your medications
Keep active
Speak up about dizziness
Watch your step
Warning: The greatest health risk for older adults is living an inactive life.
(World Health Organization, 2000)