Wynnewood, PA — The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued a patent for a device invented by Barbara Wadsworth, DNP, RN, FAAN, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Main ...

Rapides Regional Medical Center is a trauma center, and the number one injury they see in older patients is from falls. So ...

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 ...

CDC reports over one million adults are injured nationwide every year due to slips and falls. This increases as the ...

LA CROSSE (WKBT) - That old rug lying around your house can now get you a fresh hot cup of Joe. Emplify Health by Gundersen is hosting their second annual "Mugs for Rugs" initiative in an effort to ...

Consistent research has shown that unintentional falls are the leading cause of injury and injury-related death among seniors, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While ...

Pediatric falls in hospital settings represent a significant yet largely preventable patient safety challenge. Falls can result in pain, injury and prolonged hospital stays, while also imposing ...

WEST FARGO — Falls are the leading cause of injury-related death among adults ages 65 and older, and the fall death rate is increasing, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As ...

Unintentional falls are the leading cause of injury and death among older Americans, making it a major concern for those who love and care for a senior. Of the roughly 1-in-4 seniors (14 million) who ...

Age-related balance changes, muscle weakness, and vision problems can increase the risk of falls and injuries in older people. Regular balance, strength, and cardio exercises can help reduce this ...