WORLD JOURNAL OF ADVANCE
HEALTHCARE RESEARCH

*Saveem Omran Jasim, Dr. Muna Atalla Khaleefah Ali and Dr. Tariq Jassim Mohammed

ABSTRACT

Introduction: Falls and their causes in senior housing are a major public health issue. 30% of older people fall each year, rising to 50% for those over 80. The study's goal is to assess and the prevalence of fall among Elderly at risk in senior houses in Baghdad and identify their perceptions and the underlying determinants so as to reduce the risk of falls and consequent injury Method: A cross-sectional study analyzed 123 elderly participants aged 60+ from two nursing homes, focusing on their history of falls in the past 12 months. Data included personal information, daily activity, medication, and chronic diseases. For those with a history of falls, further details such as care setting, consequences, and location were collected. Results: most elderly (83.74%) have no history of fall while (16.26%) of them have history of fall. The study identified significant associations between gender, daily activity dependency, and aid use with fall history among elderly participants. Female gender, dependent daily activity, and aid use were linked to a higher likelihood of fall. No significant associations were found with age, marital status, living status, education level, and drug use. Moreover, the majority of elderly without chronic diseases had no fall history. Conclusion: Fall risk in the elderly is affected by factors like daily activity levels, gender, aid usage, and presence of chronic diseases. Reducing fall risks involves encouraging physical activity, promoting independence, and managing chronic conditions. A comprehensive approach to fall prevention, addressing both indoor and outdoor environments, is crucial.

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