Not only is a bad fall a leading cause of injury and hospitalization for older Americans, it can be a game-changer when it comes to living independently. September 22-28 marks Fall Prevention Week: ...

Are you at high risk for falls? If you’re older, the answer is likely yes. This article focuses on fall prevention for the elderly and the steps you can take to stay safe. It’s a topic I never thought ...

Falls are one of the most serious and preventable threats to independence as we age, yet they are often dismissed as an ...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - A simple misstep can be life-threatening, and that’s why professionals with the Cape Fear Falls Prevention Coalition and the Wilmington Fire Department are sharing tips ...

Older people must be especially cautious about falls during the rainy season as the risk of slipping on wet surfaces increases significantly. Falls in the elderly often lead to fractures of the wrist, ...

September is Fall Prevention Awareness Month, meaning it’s a time to highlight the real risks of falling that our older population can face. Medical Director of Optum New Mexico, Dr. Jaron Trost, said ...

A fall can happen to anyone, anytime. But if you have osteoporosis, even a minor fall can be enough to cause a fracture. The riskiest area for a fall isn’t necessarily an uneven sidewalk or a grocery ...

Losing your balance can be an unsettling experience. If you fall, it can be dangerous as well. Falls are not just risky, but common. According to the National Institute on Aging, more than one in four ...

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Community members got out of the cold air Saturday morning by joining Stormont Vail Health inside for their monthly Walk with a Doc event at Washburn University. January’s topic ...

ORMOND BEACH, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--HomeCEU, a leader in continuing education (CE) for healthcare professionals with a focus in therapy professions, today announced the commemoration of National ...