Brain Injury Can Be Prevented

• Falls are the leading cause of TBI.
• People 75 years of age and older have the highest rates of TBI-related hospitalizations and death.
• Family members and other caregivers of older adults can help protect their loved ones’ health and independence by:
  
  • Reducing their risk for falls
  • Recognizing signs of TBI after a fall occurs
  • Taking the appropriate steps when signs of TBI are observed

The CDC's Help Seniors Live Better, Longer: Prevent Brain Injury campaign is targeted to children and caregivers of older adults. Their kit includes an activity guide, media guide, fact sheet, and other materials to assist in prevention, recognition, and response to fall-related traumatic brain injury (TBI) in adults 75 and older. Click Here for more information from the Center for Disease Control

To learn more about concussion or MTBI and/or for more information on CDC’s TBI-related educational materials, research, and programs, please visit CDC’s Injury Center on the Web at www.cdc.gov/injury. For questions, please contact CDC toll-free at 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636).

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