Falls Increase Deaths Among Older Americans in 2023

Imagine you're older, like a grandparent.

Sometimes, people your age trip and fall.

Sadly, these falls can be very dangerous.

A recent study showed a lot of older Americans died from falls in 2023, about 41,000 people.

That means around 1 in every 56 older people who passed away died from a fall.

Falls are becoming more common as people get older, especially those over 85.

The scientists aren't entirely sure why, but they know it's a serious problem, especially for white seniors.

Staying active can help prevent falls.