In Summer 2021, a BC Falls Risk Assessment and Management Guideline for Older Adults was approved by the Ministry of Health’s Guidelines and Protocol Advisory Committee (GPAC). This guideline provides direction for the identification and management of older adults who are at risk of falls, and contains evidence-based recommendations, statistics, and more. A useful resource […]
November is Fall Prevention Month (FPM) and Seniors’ Fall Prevention Awareness Week takes place from November 7-13, 2022. Falls are the leading injury-related cause of hospitalization and death for older adults 65 years and above in B.C. Most Falls are predictable and preventable. Fall prevention should focus on promoting independence and activity, and include the
November is Fall Prevention Month (FPM) and Seniors’ Fall Prevention Awareness Week takes place in the first week of November. Falls are the leading injury-related cause of hospitalization and death for older adults 65 years and above in B.C. Most Falls are predictable and preventable. Fall prevention should focus on promoting independence and activity, and