New guideline will help cut falls and related hospital admissions for older and at-risk people

Falls present a major, growing public health problem that can have devastating effects on older people and those at-risk due to medical conditions, often resulting in a loss of independence, chronic pain, and reduced quality of life.

This useful and useable guideline has been updated to ensure people identified as being at greatest risk get help and support tailored to their individual needs so they can live full and active lives. 

Fewer people suffering falls will result in a drop in the number of hospital visits and the need for ongoing treatments which will reduce pressure on the NHS.

Professor Jonathan Benger, chief medical officer and interim director of the Centre for Guidelines at NICE


A News article was released on 29 April 2025 New guideline will help cut falls and related hospital admissions for older and at-risk people | NICE


You can download the full guide at Overview | Falls: assessment and prevention in older people and in people 50 and over at higher risk | Guidance | NICE

Share New guideline will help cut falls and related hospital admissions for older and at-risk people on Facebook Share New guideline will help cut falls and related hospital admissions for older and at-risk people on Twitter Share New guideline will help cut falls and related hospital admissions for older and at-risk people on Linkedin Email New guideline will help cut falls and related hospital admissions for older and at-risk people link