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Infographic on falls prevention (November 2017)
Claire Cox posted an article in Patient safety in health and care
This infographic was produced by Sonia Sparkles, a Transformation Manager in the NHS. It highlights how to prevent falls in hospital. -
Content ArticleThis guide from Public Health England contains information to help staff in public health, health services and social care to prevent falls in people with learning disabilities. It is also intended to help falls prevention services to provide support that is accessible to people with learning disabilities. The guide aims to be of use to family carers, friends and paid support staff to help them think about what risks may contribute to falls and how to reduce such risks.
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Falls in older people: assessing risk and prevention (NICE, June 2013)
Claire Cox posted an article in Older people
This guideline by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) covers assessment of fall risk and interventions to prevent falls in people aged 65 years and over. It aims to reduce the risk and incidence of falls and the associated distress, pain, injury, loss of confidence, loss of independence and mortality. -
Content ArticleWhich? magazine explores ways to keep people safe in their homes and outside by using electronic devices to alert others for assistance. Personal alarms allow people to call for assistance if they have an accident or a fall at home. They can help older and less abled people to feel safer at home, and to remain independent for longer. They can also offer peace of mind to family and friends.
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React To: Training resources for care homes
Patient Safety Learning posted an article in Community care
React To is a series of training resources developed by healthcare professionals. Although aimed at care home staff these resources are also relevant to other carers and healthcare professionals.