Skilled nursing providers are united in their desire to prevent and eliminate falls in their communities. Yet falls still happen given the nature of an ...

September is Falls Prevention Month. Falls are the leading cause of unintentional injury-related deaths but are largely preventable. So, Heather Chalon explains how Tai Chi for Falls Prevention is an ...

The company said the AI system enhances safety by detecting potential falls in cargo zones, offering customizable alerts and integration with video monitors for added protection.

Patient safety is a top priority in healthcare, and one of the biggest challenges hospitals face is preventing falls. These accidents can lead to longer hospital stays and even serious injury.1 While ...

Falls are a significant public health problem. While people can fall at any age, older age is a key risk factor for falls (WHO, 2021). Several studies suggest that people with disabilities are at an ...

Staying active becomes increasingly important as the years slip by, especially when it comes to preventing falls 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, ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . The USPSTF recommended multifactorial interventions alongside exercise for fall prevention. Fall risk factors ...

Communities across the nation recently just wrapped trainings and educational initiatives focused on Falls Prevention Awareness thru the National Council on Aging. The NCOA provides a wealth of ...

Join NPT as we discuss Fall Prevention on this edition of AGING MATTERS. Each year, millions of people over age 65 fall. In fact, falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries among ...

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 ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . The USPSTF recommends exercise and multifactorial interventions such as education and nutrition therapy to ...