Trend of fall-related mortality among the elderly.

Yara Cristina Martins Monteiro Maria Aparecida da Silva Vieira Priscila Valverde de Oliveria Vitorino Silvio José de Queiroz Gabriela Moreira Policena Adenicia Custódia Silva E Souza

Published in: Revista da Escola de Enfermagem da U S P (2021)

There was a growing trend of fall-related deaths among elderly in all age groups, an event which is avoidable through the adoption of preventive measures. The high rates and growing trend of fall-related deaths, as well as the aging of the Brazilian population, suggest that public policies for protecting the elderly must be prioritized.

Keyphrases

middle aged
community dwelling
mental health
risk factors
drug induced