Abstract
Background
 Falls are common in people with dementia. Examining the fall rate and the multiple factors is necessary to inform fall-risk screening, caregiver education and support, and prevention strategies for this high-risk population of older adults.
 Aim
 The aim of the study was to assess the prevalence of fall and identify some factors associated with falls in older people with dementia
 Methods
 A cross-sectional study was conducted on outpatients with dementia aged ≥ 60 years old. Dementia was diagnosed by neuropsychiatrists following DSM-5 criteria..
 Results 
 A total of 87 participants was recruited in the study (mean age: 76.84 8.38 years; female: 65.52%). 26 (29.89%) participants experienced a fall at least once in the previous year. 11 participants (12.65%) had two or more falls. Falls in older adults with dementia were associated with gender (female) and polypharmacy (p<0.05)
 Conclusion 
 The prevalence of falls among people with dementia was quite high, especially in female and participants with comorbidities. This highlights the need for effective fall preventions that target people with dementia.
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