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 ...

Each year, more than one in four adults 65 years and older experience a fall. Nationally, that adds up to 3 million emergency department visits, 1 million hospitalizations and 32,000 deaths. Here in ...

The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging will hold a walk Wednesday, Sept. 25, to help bring awareness to the prevention of falls. Walker can begin anytime from 7-11 a.m. on the B&O Bike Trail in ...

ARLINGTON, Va., Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Council on Aging (NCOA), the national voice for every person's right to age well, today released the 2025 National Falls Prevention Action ...

Falls are a leading cause of injury among older adults, but many can be prevented with the right knowledge and precautions. This year’s Fall Prevention Week, from Sept. 23-27, will embrace the theme ...

DeTar Healthcare System is working to counter common misconceptions regarding falls in older adults for Fall Prevention Week, Sept. 22-26. DeTar challenges adults and their families to combat ...

Next week — Sept. 22-26 — is Falls Prevention Awareness Week. The issue of falls among the older community has garnered increasing attention as populations age worldwide. Falls are a significant ...

The majority of falls that lead to hospitalization occur in the home. Older adults can take various precautions to reduce their risk of such an event. Falls are a serious health concern for adults ...

Falls are inevitable, but new research proves that with practice, you can lower your risk of fractures and head trauma. Playful moments like this trampoline session build strength, coordination, and ...