Fall Prevention

Protecting Ourselves from Slips, Trips and Falls

In 2015, 33,381 Americans died as a result of falls in the home and community setting and an additional 2.8 million people were treated in emergency department visits. Falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths among adults age 67 and older and are the second leading cause of death for ages 66 and older.  The direct medical costs for fall injuries are $31 billion annually.  The resources below can help you protect yourself and your loved ones from falls.

Source: National Safety Council Injury Facts Publication, 2017 Edition and the CDC.

Safety Fact Sheets:

• Fall Prevention for Children
• Fall Prevention Among the Elderly
• Fall Prevention Checklist for Older Adults
• Guard Against Slips and Trips with this Fall Prevention Quiz
• Measures that can be Taken to Prevent Childhood Falls
• Raise Awareness about Ladder Safety
• When Slips Get Serious: The Basics on Fall-Proofing Your Home