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 ...

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 ...

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

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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, ...

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 ...