Falling Is Taking a Toll on Elderly Brains

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By Dr. Mercola

By Dr. Mercola

Falls are a leading cause of injury among Americans aged 65 and over, with 1 in 5 leading to a serious injury such as a broken bone or head injury. More than 1 in 4 older Americans falls every year, and such falls are the most common cause of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) among this population.1

In March 2017, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a report with some startling figures regarding TBI in older Americans, including those related to falls.

Among those 75 and older, 1 in 45 suffered from a brain injury …read more

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