Deaths from fall-related traumatic brain injuries are on the rise

Deaths due to traumatic brain injuries from falls have risen in recent years, according to new CDC data. Here's more: 

• Overall trends: From 2008-2017, the number of TBI-related deaths from falls increased 17%, leading to more than 17,400 such deaths in 2017. 
• Demographics: In 2017, the rate of such deaths was highest in males and in people aged 75 and older. In fact, the death rate in this age group was eight times more than for those 55-74. 
• Implications: Given the study's findings, and the aging population in the U.S., health care providers ought to educate the elderly and their families about the risk of falls, the report authors conclude.