Discover CDC-backed fall prevention steps for older adults. Learn how to spot home hazards, review medications, and stay ...

Falls are the most common trauma to come into most hospitals, a spokesperson told WSAV. Educating people on why falls are considered trauma and on ways to improve their balance are just two ways to ...

A fall prevention screening event held September 18 at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center offered older adults an ...

In a recent study published in Nature Medicine, a group of researchers evaluated the effectiveness of home-based cognitive and exergame step training interventions compared with a control group in ...

“Be careful” and “watch your step” may be among the most common things an older adult would hear — and for good reason. Older adults face a higher risk of falls, and consequently fractures and ...

The National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction is an annual event. But employers should focus on fall prevention all year. “Jobsites change and crews come and go – you may have new ...

Dr. Aladraine Sands shares tips on preventing falls in older adults. There are many things that contribute to falls, including failing eyesight, not being aware of your surroundings, weakened bones ...

Tripping risks, poor vision and more have been identified as risk factors for older adults when it comes to falls.