Falls are a common occurrence among older adults, with one in four individuals over the age of 65 experiencing a fall each year. These falls can lead to a range of injuries, including broken bones and ...

Rachel Mannen & Emily Harmon talks to ciLiving host, Jaclyn Friedlander about Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention.

REMSA Health, the Reno Fire Department (RFD) and Sanford Center for Aging are working to mitigate falls in the region.

Falls are a significant public health problem. While people can fall at any age, older age is a key risk factor for falls (WHO, 2021). Several studies suggest that people with disabilities are at an ...

Each year, Falls Prevention Awareness Week marks a critical moment in promoting safety and independence for older adults. Hosted by the National Council on Aging (NCOA) and the Falls Free® Initiative, ...

Join NPT as we discuss Fall Prevention on this edition of AGING MATTERS. Each year, millions of people over age 65 fall. In fact, falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries among ...

A simple fall can alter the course of a senior's life, but early intervention can make all the difference. Join geriatric specialist Natalie Sanders, DO, with University of Utah Health as she ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . The USPSTF recommended multifactorial interventions alongside exercise for fall prevention. Fall risk factors ...

Communities across the nation recently just wrapped trainings and educational initiatives focused on Falls Prevention Awareness thru the National Council on Aging. The NCOA provides a wealth of ...

In 2016, OSHA passed a final rule expanding the scope of the existing walking and working surface standard for general industry and adding a fall protection standard for general industry; ...

Once you cross the 65 mark, a simple trip or a slip isn’t just a bit of an embarrassment; it’s a serious health risk that can ...

MILWAUKEE - It's National Fall Prevention Week, and we're not discussing the season. The focus this week is to prevent older adults from falling. The Falls Prevention Coalition of Wisconsin said the ...