Falls are the leading cause of injury in adults 65 and older — with reports showing about 14 million adults fall each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Not only are ...

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 ...

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: ...

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 ...

While the air quality was much improved Saturday, our inversion will restrengthen and bring worsening air quality and haze once again through the day and into t Driver hits Fruit Heights building ...

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 ...

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 ...

With cooler temperatures comes earlier sunsets, and an array of stunning colors across the country. However, it's also the beginning of various new challenges for businesses. Fall brings on cold and ...

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Community members got out of the cold air Saturday morning by joining Stormont Vail Health inside for their monthly Walk with a Doc event at Washburn University. January’s topic ...

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, ...