A new study shows that people over age 70 are three times more likely than younger people to die when they fall. Older people also take more medications with a fall risk, and which pose a risk themselves when someone taking them falls. Experts discuss these complications and why it’s important to prevent falls and other injuries.
Guest Information:
- Dr. Julius Cheng, Professor of Surgery, University of Rochester Medical Center
- Dr. Robin Lee, team lead, Safety Promotion Team, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Links for more info:
- University of Rochester Medical Center: Julius D. Cheng, M.D., M.P.H.
- CDC: Robin Lee, PhD, MPH
- CDC: Injury Center
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