With fall-related injuries being the leading cause of death for Americans over 65, one local senior care center is taking an innovative approach to prevention through education and engagement.

September is Fall Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of falls and the steps we can all take to stay safe. Preventing falls isn’t just about being cautious — it's ...

Falls are the leading cause of injury death for adults age 65 and older. According to the Centers of Disease Control, ...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offers a free, downloadable brochure and poster to help patients understand fall prevention. The brochure and poster are available in PDF and HTML ...

As we near the end of Fall Prevention Month, Occupational Therapy Students from Cedar Crest College held a workshop at Lehigh ...

Hillsborough County Adult Day Services GM Remona Singleton shares fall prevention tips for older adults during Fall Prevention Week to raise awareness and promote safety.

MINOA, N.Y. — Suffering a fall and being in the "fall cycle" drains your confidence in moving around comfortably. With seniors wanting to live at home as long as they possibly can, and the expenses of ...

Pediatric falls in hospital settings represent a significant yet largely preventable patient safety challenge. Falls can result in pain, injury and prolonged hospital stays, while also imposing ...

A comprehensive study on fall prevention among older adults identified several barriers that limit participation in fall prevention programs, according to new research from The Ohio State University.