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Trips & Falls
In 2005, falls were the leading cause of injury related hospitalizations in Washington State and the third leading cause of injury-related deaths.
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The Facts  (pdf-73 KB)
Among people 65 years and older, falls are the leading cause of injury deaths and the most common cause of nonfatal injuries and hospital admissions for trauma. |
Washington State Injury Prevention Plan Coming Soon!
Injuries are the leading cause of death and disability for Washington citizens age 1-44, and remain a significant cause of death and disability throughout the lifespan.
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Hip
Fractures
CDC More than 95% of hip fractures among adults ages 65 and older are caused by falls |
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Falls
in Nursing Homes
How big is the problem? In 2003, 1.5 million people 65 and older lived in nursing homes. |
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of Falls A study of people 72 and older found that the average health care
cost of a fall injury was $19,440 |
Older Adult Risk Factors 
(pdf-78 KB) Improving Access to Comprehensive Injury
Risk Assessment and Risk Factor Reduction in
Older Adult Populations |
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