摘要：What is already known about this topic? Falls can cause serious injuries, including a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Unintentional falls represent the second leading cause of TBI-related death. What is added by this report? The national age-adjusted rate of fall-related TBI deaths increased by 17% from 2008 to 2017; rates increased significantly in 29 states and among nearly all groups, most notably persons living in noncore nonmetropolitan counties and those aged ≥75 years. What are the implications for public health practice? Health care providers can educate patients about falls and TBIs, assess fall risk, and encourage participation in evidence-based fall prevention programs. Annual wellness visits might serve as a time to review previously assessed fall risk factors and update personalized prevention plans.
关键词：Fall-Related Traumatic Brain Injury Deaths;Older Adults And Fall Prevention;TBI Deaths Due To Falls;Traumatic Brain Injury Death Rates;Falls Among Older Adults And TBI;Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI);Falls;MMWR;Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report
