“Roland Merchant, MD, MPH, ScD, of Mt. Sinai Health System, discusses a study the Icahn School of Medicine conducted to detect the presentence of alcohol and other sedating substances in older adults treated for a fall injury in a trauma center.”

STEADI is an initiative created by the CDC’s Injury Center for healthcare providers who treat older adults who are at risk of falling or have fallen before.

• Falls are a serious threat to the health and well-being of older patients, as they can cause injuries and even death.
• Healthcare providers can help reduce falls by using the STEADI Initiative, which offers a coordinated approach to implementing the Clinical Practice Guideline for fall prevention.
• The STEADI Initiative consists of three core elements: screen for fall risk, assess modifiable risk factors, and intervene to reduce risk by using effective clinical and community strategies.
• The STEADI Initiative provides tools and resources for healthcare providers, such as information about fall risk factors, prevention strategies, and educational materials for patients and caregivers.
• The STEADI Initiative also provides guidance on how to implement and evaluate a fall prevention program in clinical practice, and showcases the successes of some early adopters.

Find more about STEADI (USA, 2023)

Learn also about CDC´s Still Going Strong campaign