Experts say many falls are preventable and yet they are the leading cause of accidental injury death among the elderly. - Largest increase among those over 85 -Both men and women faced a mounting fall rate in the past decade, according to the CDC report. "If deaths from falls continue to increase at this rate, the US can expect 59,000 older adult fall deaths in 2030," it said. About one in four US residents 65 and older report falling each year. Ways to reduce the risk of falling include keeping floors dry in the bathroom and kitchen, where most falls occur.

Source: Bangkok Post May 10, 2018 17:26 UTC