Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover transformation and innovation across the health care industry. Each year, millions of older adults experience falls, ...

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: ...

Join Aging & Independence Services for Balance & Beyond: A Panel on Fall Prevention & Aging Well. An expert panel—including a geriatrician, physical therapist, pharmacist, exercise instructor, and ...

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 ...

A fall can happen to anyone, anytime. But if you have osteoporosis, even a minor fall can be enough to cause a fracture. The riskiest area for a fall isn’t necessarily an uneven sidewalk or a grocery ...

One hiker died after falling from the Angels Landing Trail at Zion National Park.Park officials responded to reports of a fall at about 2 p.m. on Friday. They l Two found dead during police welfare ...

It’s just a fact of life. Your risks of getting hurt in a fall increase as you age due to muscle weakness, declining bone density, decreased vision and lower hearing thresholds. Even side effects from ...

Losing your balance can be an unsettling experience. If you fall, it can be dangerous as well. Falls are not just risky, but common. According to the National Institute on Aging, more than one in four ...

September is Fall Prevention Awareness Month, meaning it’s a time to highlight the real risks of falling that our older population can face. Medical Director of Optum New Mexico, Dr. Jaron Trost, said ...

United Regional is getting ready to host Generations United, an event hoping to help seniors prevent falls ...