As you age, your risk of this type of brain injury goes up. That’s why it’s important to know the signs and the best ways to ...

Once a person falls, things usually go downhill; it’s one of the leading causes of people going to the emergency department,” said Lisa Williams, a physical therapist with Midland Health. Falls are ...

There are about 70 million baby boomers in the United States, many now over the age of 65. As people age, rates of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases rise, leading to more use of blood ...

"Twenty-five percent of all the emergencies we respond to are falls involving older adults," Derby Fire Marshal Jonathan Marr ...

There are about 70 million baby boomers in the United States, many now over age 65. As people age, rates of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases rise, leading to more use of blood thinners such ...

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 ...

Preventable injuries and deaths kill more Americans in the first half of life than any other cause, including cancer. Yet the ...

Joseph Dennis (left), a volunteer with Philadelphia's Senior Companion Program, walks with James Henry, who is blind and needs assistance leaving the house. Montgomery County Coroner Dr. Janine Darby ...

Falls are among the most common and serious health risks facing older adults today. While often thought of as an inevitable part of aging, falls are not only preventable but also one of the leading ...