RT Journal
A1 Chang HJ, Lynm C, Glass RM
T1 FAlls and older adults
JF JAMA
JO JAMA
YR 2010
FD January 20
VO 303
IS 3
SP 288
OP 288
DO 10.1001/jama.303.3.288
UL http://dx.doi.org/10.1001/jama.303.3.288
AB 
Falls are the leading cause of deaths related to injury among people 65 years and older. More than one-third will fall each year; two-thirds of those who fall will fall again within 6 months. Although falling is not normal, older people are more likely to fall because of sensory changes, bones that are less dense, slower reflexes, and reduced strength. These changes affect walking and balance. The January 20, 2010, issue of JAMA includes an article about care of older adults who fall.