Falls are one of the most common reasons older adults are treated in the emergency department, and many patients are ...

“Another way to prevent falls is to take preemptive steps,” Gray-Waites said. “Fall-proof living areas by making sure there are handrails in areas where stairs are being used, removing clutter from ...

A comprehensive fall prevention program integrated into primary healthcare systems significantly reduced falls among older adults, according to a large cluster randomized clinical trial published in ...

Falling is scary, especially when you get injured in the process. Anyone can be at risk for a fall-related injury, but you can have an increased risk of falling, or of suffering severe consequences ...

Losing your balance can be an unsettling experience. If you fall, it can be dangerous as well. And unfortunately, falls and fall-related injuries are common occurrences. According to the World Health ...

Senators who fall seem to make quite a bit of news. Mitch McConnell is now more known for his repetitive falls than his legislative maneuvering. Recently, Sen. Cramer added to the senatorial fall club ...

Falls prevention programs specifically for older adults received a major boost through the Administration for Community Living (ACL) Innovation Lab initiative. The ACL awarded 18 organizations across ...

Q. My mother lives alone and is quite independent. At age 81, she is healthy, continues to work, has a trainer, travels, is engaged intellectually and more. Recently, a few of her friends have fallen, ...

Falling is a serious risk for older adults here in Vermont. It’s also one that can be easily mitigated with specific preventative measures. The Southeastern VT Medical Reserve Corp is a ...

“I've fallen, and I can't get up!” — a catchphrase from decades past and a trademark for a successful medical alert provider, the words nevertheless point to a significant and growing issue facing ...

Falls are a serious issue among Hong Kong's elderly. Approximately one in five community-dwelling elderly aged 65 or above has experienced a fall ...

Q. My mother lives alone and is quite independent. At age 81, she is healthy, continues to work, has a trainer, travels, is engaged intellectually and more. Recently, a few of her friends have fallen, ...