RACINE, WI — For elders living at home, fall prevention is an important health topic, and the Aging and Disability Resource ...
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: ...
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 ...
Falls can lead to fractures, head injuries, and reduced confidence, but are often preventable and not an inevitable part of aging. Simple steps like exercise, health checkups, medication review, and ...
Pratfalls may seem funny in comedy skits, but taking a tumble yourself is no laughing matter. The National Safety Council says that falls are responsible for more than 8.5 million emergency room ...
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 ...
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 ...
My husband and I downsized houses to reduce our risk of falling, and we removed items like rugs and ladders that can cause an accident, writes Frances Gonzales. iSTOCK / Getty Images I just turned 78 ...
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 ...