Falls are one of the leading causes of injury and hospitalization among older adults, placing significant strain on individuals, families and the health-care system. And new research by UBC Okanagan's ...

Falls are one of the leading causes of injury and hospitalization among older adults, placing significant strain on individuals, families and the health care system. And new research by UBC Okanagan's ...

A fall prevention program for older adults offered benefits across two health systems with varied operations, volume and staffing with similar results, according to a January study published in ...

Jefferson Healthcare hosts free March 24 educational session with tips to improve balance, strength and home safety Falls are a leading cause of injury for older adults, however falls aren’t […] ...

Collaboration expands access to innovative gait rehabilitation and fall prevention solutions, combining technology and ...

Each year, Falls Prevention Awareness Week marks a critical moment in promoting safety and independence for older adults. Hosted by the National Council on Aging (NCOA) and the Falls Free® Initiative, ...

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 ...

A simple fall can alter the course of a senior's life, but early intervention can make all the difference. Join geriatric specialist Natalie Sanders, DO, with University of Utah Health as she ...

Each year, more than one in four adults 65 years and older experience a fall. Nationally, that adds up to 3 million emergency department visits, 1 million hospitalizations and 32,000 deaths. Here in ...

Older adults who started exercising after a fall in 2019 were less likely to experience a recurrent fall in the following 2 years. Those who exercised in both 2019 and 2020 were the least likely to ...

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 ...

The Center, located at 900 Whiting Drive in Yankton, will hold a balance and fall-prevention screening on Wednesday, March 18, from 8-10 a.m.