Northern Ireland: NICE Consultation, Falls Assessment
This guideline outlines how to assess and prevent falls in people aged 65 and over, and those aged 50 to 64 at higher risk. It aims to reduce falls and related harm such as injury, distress, loss of confidence and independence, and mortality.
NICE guidance is developed for NHS England but is locally reviewed in Northern Ireland to determine its relevance. If appropriate, it's approved for use in health and social care in Northern Ireland. This review doesn't re-evaluate the evidence behind NICE’s advice, but the consultation reviews how to extend it to Northern Ireland.