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Ageing Population Ageing Population SHSCT area has an increasing & ageing
population Many people are living longer, fuller lives
maintaining their independence, health and quality of life.
Others experience significant health problems, including osteoporosis, falls and fragility fractures
‘Active ageing’ is essential to maintain bone health & remain independent and well as we age
Strategic DirectionStrategic Direction Making Life Better 2013-2023: a whole system
framework for public health Home Accident Prevention Strategy 2015Population has the best chance of living safely in the
home environment, with minimal risk of unintentional injury Active Ageing Strategy 2014
NI is an age friendly region National Osteoporosis Strategic Plan 2013
vision of a future without fragility fractures
Service Framework Older people Service Framework Older people Standard 7: All older people should have access to evidence based health & wellbeing advice, information, programmes & and services tailored to address specific and varied health & wellbeing needs across their life course
Standard 13: All older people should be informed of the factors which increase the risk of falling or harm from falling (including osteoporosis)and be able to access interventions to reduce the risk. to minimise injuries and deaths caused by home accidents, for those most at risk.
Standards 28/29 : through primary care &secondary care older people will be offered multi-factorial, evidence based falls and bone health assessment & intervention
Active Ageing Active Ageing The benefits of living longer will only be realised if we all
recognise and respond to both the challenges and the opportunities it brings.
We need to fully utilise our patient/public contacts to increase, prevention, early diagnosis and treatment to support bone health and reduce the risk of falls.
PWB team provide a range of services & programmes that contribute to bone health, active ageing and home safety: stop smoking support, walking, cycling, Strength& Balance training, Cook it, Mealtime Volunteers, Home Safety and falls prevention initiatives ….
Risk & Protective Factors Bone health Risk & Protective Factors Bone health
GenderAgeHeredityMedical conditionsMedications
Calcium consumption
Vitamin D Quit smokingModerate alcoholPhysical activityPostureSome medications
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