Cary Edgar

The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has recently published recommendations for providing interventions to prevent falls in older adults. Prevention of Falls in Older Adults

A multifactorial approach to assess and manage modifiable risk factors is recommended for older adults with a history of falls. Adoption of Evidence - Based Fall Prevention Practices in Primary Care for Older Adults with a History of Falls

The American Geriatrics Society and British Geriatrics Society recommend that all adults older than 65 years be screened annually for a history of falls or balance impairment. Preventing Falls in Older Persons