Fall stats

• One in three seniors will have a fall every year. • 40 per cent of falls result in hip fractures. • 20 per cent of injury-related deaths among seniors can be traced back to a fall. • Seniors are injured at home more than any other location. • Less than half of seniors who fall tell their health-care provider. Seniors fall prevention • Eat regular, nutritious meals. • Do not skip meals. • Be active every day. • Check your hearing and vision regularly. • Learn the side effects of your medication.