An international study has identified a two-factor screening method that could help healthcare providers better predict which older adults are most likely to experience dangerous falls. The research, ...

The critical elements of fall protection involve identifying hazards, implementing safety solutions, embracing innovation, and fostering a culture of safety leadership. Falls are a persistent threat ...

An automated machine learning program has been able to identify potential cardiovascular incidents or fall and fracture risks based on bone density scans taken during routine clinical testing. An ...

Join LJB fall protection expert Thom Kramer, PE, CSP, as he explores the critical topic of identifying and mitigating higher-risk fall hazards. This session will cover updated OSHA regulations and ...

According to a new study, an older person who is concerned about having a fall is at a significantly higher risk of having a fall in the future. Researchers say that identifying and addressing this ...

CLEVELAND — As Northeast Ohio battles another round of winter weather, many of us are grabbing our shovels to clear walkways and stairs. But for older adults and those with Parkinson's disease, ...

Nursing homes must often document and report falls to meet federal and state guidelines. Learn about reporting falls in ...

The National Institute on Aging reports that more than one in four adults 65 and older fall annually. Fortunately, it’s an avoidable threat. “Falls are not inevitable,” says Emily Nabors, the ...

A groundbreaking study has revealed a concerning connection between falls in older adults and an increased risk of dementia. The research indicates that seniors who experience traumatic falls face a ...

In Vietnamese outpatients aged 60 years and older, frailty strongly predicted falls in the prior year, with adjusted odds ...