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Falls and Older Adults
Frequently Asked Questions
6. How common are hip fractures, and what
problems do they cause?
Hip fractures are a common and very serious type of fall-related
injury among older adults. These fractures are a leading cause of
medical problems, loss of independence, and death. Only half of
older adults hospitalized for a broken hip will be able to get
around as they did before the hip fracture. Many will need
long-term care.
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