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: ...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - A simple misstep can be life-threatening, and that’s why professionals with the Cape Fear Falls Prevention Coalition and the Wilmington Fire Department are sharing tips ...

In recognition of Fall Prevention Awareness Week from Sept. 21 to 27, Griffin Hospital is offering free testing and information to help prevent harmful falls. According to the Centers for Disease ...

Older residents are being invited to join a free falls prevention programme on Walney.

Falls are increasingly becoming a significant public health concern among older adults. Community-based interventions are needed to bridge the gap between clinical guidelines and routine practice for ...

Falls are serious public health problems associated with irreversible health consequences and substantial economic burden, which are currently difficult to prevent and manage. Nurses have always been ...