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  • Program to reduce risk of falls for elderly Australians

    Author: AAP

A cutting-edge program aims to reduce the risk of falls among older Australians which often lead to a trip to hospital.

Launching at one of Sydney's busiest hospitals on Thursday, it is part of a suite of preventive care initiatives to reduce emergency department presentations.

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The Strength Training, Rehabilitation and Outreach Needs in Geriatric Medicine program aims to prevent and manage chronic conditions through individualised high-intensity strength training programs, balance and aerobic training, and diet plans.

A similar pilot program at Balmain Hospital led to an 84 per cent reduction in both nursing home admissions and mortality among those recovering from hip fractures.

It will now be rolled out at Concord Hospital to help older adults with chronic disease and frailty improve their physical strength and mental wellbeing.

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Health Minister Ryan Park said the program would help patients suffering from frailty and chronic disease to remain active members of the community.

"This tried and tested program helps individuals to maintain their independence, reduce their risk of falls, and avoid hospitalisation," he said.

"This is yet another in a suite of innovative initiatives we are rolling out to improve access to appropriate and preventative care, and reduce unnecessary presentations to our emergency departments."

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