title: [Falls in the elderly: a practical approach].
abstract: Fractures, especially in elder persons after falls, get more frequent and lead to immens costs. Facts about risks at home and in public areas as well as caused by illness and medicaments are discussed. Some ideas and hints for prevention by family physician and public services and organisations are mentioned.
authors.affiliation: Hausarzt i. R., Interlaken.
authors.forename: Benedikt
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Horn
mesh_terms: D000058:Accidental Falls / Q000517:prevention & control; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D004632:Emergency Medical Services; D005260:Female; D058006:General Practice; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008487:Medical History Taking; D008875:Middle Aged; D012307:Risk Factors; D013557:Switzerland