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: ...

Glorient Home Care, a trusted local senior care provider, announced their GuardianCare program, offering hands-on support, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover transformation and innovation across the health care industry. Each year, millions of older adults experience falls, ...

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 ...

KUTV — The following information was submitted by Optum Utah. Each year, three million older adults will need to seek emergency room treatment after suffering a fall. Even more concerning: Falling is ...

Fall injuries have become the second-biggest cause of accidental deaths in Taiwan and about one in six people people aged 65 years or older has reported accidental falls, the Health Promotion ...

Are you at high risk for falls? If you’re older, the answer is likely yes. This article focuses on fall prevention for the elderly and the steps you can take to stay safe. It’s a topic I never thought ...

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 ...

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 ...

It's time for our weekly Kupuna Power segment with Brickwood Galuteria! Today, the emphasis will be on the importance of fall prevention. Falls can lead to serious injuries, especially for our kupuna, ...