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- Each year, one out of three Americans over age 65 falls.
- Falls are the leading cause of injury to seniors in the United States.
- Fortunately, there are many things seniors can do to help prevent falls, and maintain health and independence.
- According to the National Hospital Discharge Survey, more than 90% of hip fractures are caused by falling. Three-quarters of all hip fractures occur in women.
- Approximately 25% of hip fracture patients will make a full recovery; 40% will require nursing home admission; 50% will be dependent upon a cane or a walker; and 20% will die within one year of the fall.