Take Steps to Help Seniors Prevent Falls

April 2017

CDC and other agencies will recognize your role in preventing falls in elderly patients.

One in 4 people age 65 and older will fall every year...leading to about 7 million injuries and over 27,000 deaths.

Consider screening older adults...especially during your comprehensive med reviews. Ask patients if they've fallen in the past year...feel unsteady when standing or walking...or worry about falling.

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Geriatrics Take Steps to Help Seniors Prevent Falls
Asthma Don't Be Surprised if Some Adults Step Down Asthma Meds
Gastroenterology Help Parents With Concerns About Miralax and Neuropsych Effects in Children
Neurology Pain Explain When Iron Supplements Might Help Restless Legs Syndrome
Hepatitis C Put Warnings About Liver Damage With Hep C Meds Into Perspective
Women s Health Help Identify Women at Risk of Postpartum Depression
Constipation Don't Jump to Trulance for Constipation
Topicals Point Out Pros and Cons of Different Topical Dosage Forms
Heart Failure Focus on BP Control for "Diastolic" or Preserved Ejection Fraction Heart Failure
Antithrombotics Limit Bleeding Risk in Patients Who Need an Anticoagulant Plus Antiplatelets
Neuromuscular Recommend Baclofen or Gabapentin for Persistent Hiccups

Take Steps to Help Seniors Prevent Falls

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