Patterns of health service use before and after a statewide fall prevention initiative for older adults at risk of falls.

Serene Sulyn Paul Jennifer TaylorAnne TiedemannLara A HarveyLindy ClemsonStephen R LordXenia Dolja-GoreJacqueline C T CloseCatherine Sherrington

Published in: Australasian journal on ageing (2022)

Patterns of service usage suggest initial program benefits that taper off over time. The results of this observational study need to be interpreted with caution. Investment in ongoing fall prevention programs may be needed for lasting impacts.

Keyphrases

quality improvement
healthcare
mental health
physical activity
public health