Older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) who drink heavily may be at higher risk for falls than those with MCI who ...

The results can be life-changing. Older adults who engage in physical and occupational therapy show a lower risk for ...

Falls are a leading cause of injury deaths among older adults, and some medications significantly increase this risk.

A review that examined fall risk assessment tools for hospitalized older adults was somewhat inconclusive. Because of data limitations in the studies assessed, it was not clear which tools work best.

Falls can lead to fractures, head injuries, and reduced confidence, but are often preventable and not an inevitable part of aging. Simple steps like exercise, health checkups, medication review, and ...

The National Center for Patient Safety offers a free, downloadable pocket card designed to help healthcare providers measure the risk of patient falls. Healthcare providers can use the Morse Fall ...

In a recall notice from Consumer Product Safety Commission on Nov. 20, the agency said the 4-in-1 Baby Safety Cart Carriage ...

Certain toddler stepping stools are being pulled because they could pose a safety risk. Around 9,780 of Little Partners’ Grow ...

Little Partners is recalling 9,780 folding towers because the products may pose a fall hazard. The Grow 'N Stow Folding ...