What does effective fall prevention really involve for older adults who want to remain safe at home? HelloNation has published a HelloNation article that examines how a comprehensive approach to home ...

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 fall prevention program for older adults offered benefits across two health systems with varied operations, volume and staffing with similar results, according to a January study 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 ...

Every year, one in four adults over 65 takes a fall. Many of these happen when people are home alone. A minor stumble can turn into a real emergency without help nearby. Fall detection technology ...

In 1994, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued Subpart M for construction, which required fall protection for workers exposed to falls on construction sites. Since then, ...

Objectives Many hospitals use fall prevention alarms, despite the limited evidence of effectiveness. The objectives of this study were (1) to identify, conceptualise and select strategies to ...

Reduce fall risk in advanced Parkinson's with physical therapy, home modifications, and smart tech. Stay safe and mobile with expert tips from neurologists.