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the value is in the best half of communities.
the value is in the 2nd worst quarter of communities.
the value is in the worst quarter of communities.
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meets target; 
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lower than the comparison value;
higher than the comparison value;
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significant change over time; 
no change over time.
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Fall-Related ED Visit Rate, Adults 65+
County: Hawaii
Measurement Period: 2019
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This indicator shows the number of emergency department visits for nonfatal injuries due to falls among people aged 65 years and older per 100,000 people of the same age.
Why is this important?
Falls are the leading cause of injury among adults aged 65 and older. About 3 million older people are treated for fall-related injuries in emergency departments each year, with more than 800,000 of these resulting in hospital admissions. Falls can result in moderate to severe injuries such as lacerations, hip fractures, or head traumas, which can make independent living difficult. Even people who do not experience significant injury after a fall may develop a fear of falling, leading to decreased physical activity and loss of physical fitness. Older adults are more likely to fall if they have balance problems, poor vision, or dementia, or if they take several medications. Physical activity programs and home safety interventions may help prevent falls in older adults.
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County: Hawaii
3,152.4
visits/ 100,000 population 65+
Source:
DOH EMS Injury Prevention System Branch
Measurement period: 2019
Maintained by: Hawaii Department of Health
Last update: January 2021
Measurement period: 2019
Maintained by: Hawaii Department of Health
Last update: January 2021
Compared to
Technical note: Data calculated by the Hawaii Department of Health EMS & Injury Prevention Systems Branch based on raw data from the Hawaii Health Information Corporation (through 2015) and Laulima Data Alliance (2016 forward)
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visits per 100,000 population 65+
| County | Source | Measurement Period | Visits per 100,000 population 65+ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Data Source
- DOH EMS Injury Prevention System Branch
Note: This source uses Zip Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs) for its Zip Code data. Learn more
Maintained By: Hawaii Department of Health
Filed under: Health / Older Adults, Health / Prevention & Safety, Health Behaviors, Older Adults