Every second, someone somewhere in the United States takes a devastating fall, contributing to a massive $50 billion annual healthcare burden, a figure set to double by 2030 as the baby boomer ...

Falling is scary, especially when you get injured in the process. Anyone can be at risk for a fall-related injury, but you can have an increased risk of falling, or of suffering severe consequences ...

A comprehensive fall prevention program integrated into primary healthcare systems significantly reduced falls among older adults, according to a large cluster randomized clinical trial published in ...

WYNNEWOOD, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- Philadelphia's long history of invention and innovation is thriving within a suburban hospital system. A veteran nurse just received a U.S. patent to prevent a major ...

The critical elements of fall protection involve identifying hazards, implementing safety solutions, embracing innovation, and fostering a culture of safety leadership. Falls are a persistent threat ...

“Another way to prevent falls is to take preemptive steps,” Gray-Waites said. “Fall-proof living areas by making sure there are handrails in areas where stairs are being used, removing clutter from ...

Falls in acute care settings represent a significant challenge to patient safety, with potentially severe physical, psychological, and economic consequences. In hospitals, falls can lead to injury, ...

The Busan city government will install fall-prevention devices in more than 14,000 manholes located in flood-prone areas by the end of this year, officials said Wednesday, following a near-fatal ...

Original Medicare (parts A and B) covers preventive services to help assess your fall risk. Some Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans may also cover fall prevention programs. As we age, natural changes ...