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Older Adult Falls Prevention

Most falls are preventable. Learn how you can reduce your risk of injury from falling.

A key focus area for injury prevention efforts in Massachusetts is the growing public health problem of older adult falls and the need to raise awareness that most falls are preventable. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) each year in the United States approximately 1 out of every 4 people age 65 and older experiences at least one fall, which also raises their risk for falling again. Falls can cause serious injuries (e.g., hip fractures, traumatic brain injuries) and sometimes even result in death.

What you need to know

Fall prevention information for older adults and caregivers  Fall prevention information for health care providers  Fall prevention tips and informational resources  Massachusetts Falls Prevention Coalition  Massachusetts Commission on Falls Prevention 

Contact Information

Phone

Falls Prevention Helpline Call Falls Prevention, Falls Prevention Helpline at (800) 227-7233

Online

Falls Prevention Coordinator Email Falls Prevention at DPH.IPCP@mass.gov
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