Falls are the leading cause of injury in adults 65 and older — with reports showing about 14 million adults fall each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Not only are ...

Vitamin D and calcium are essential for overall health but don’t reduce the risk of falls or fractures in generally healthy older adults, according to a new draft recommendation from the US Preventive ...

Fall prevention is a constant concern for both the aging population and those caring for them. Not only can falls result in major injuries or even fatalities for the resident, but escalating fall ...

Fatal falls among older Americans have nearly tripled in recent years — increasing to more than 25,000 deaths nationwide — according to recently published research. Deaths from falls among adults ages ...

“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 leading cause of injury among older adults, but many can be prevented with the right knowledge and precautions. This year’s Fall Prevention Week, from Sept. 23-27, will embrace the theme ...

Unintentional falls are the leading cause of injury and death among older Americans, making it a major concern for those who love and care for a senior. Of the roughly 1-in-4 seniors (14 million) who ...

Years ago, Nancy Reagan suffered a rather public slip and fall, reminding us of the seriousness of these common occurrences with the elderly. It is with this reminder that I would like to share some ...

OSHKOSH - Two new bills could implement lifting devices and fall prevention and recovery programs in nursing homes and assisted living facilities in Wisconsin. Led by Oshkosh-area public safety ...

This section summarizes the findings of fall prevention trials undertaken in older individuals with cognitive impairment conducted in community, residential aged care and hospital settings. Table 2 ...