File: Joseph Dennis (left), a volunteer with Philadelphia's Senior Companion Program, walks with James Henry, who is blind and needs assistance leaving the house. (Emma Lee/WHYY) From Philly and the ...

Falling is one of the biggest risks older adults face. As you age, your body doesn’t move the way it used to. You might lose strength, your vision may fade, and your balance becomes harder to maintain ...

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, ...

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 ...

Falls are one of the biggest health concerns for older people, often leading to serious injuries, loss of independence, and in some cases, long-term disability. While many preventive measures focus on ...

MURRAY — Maurice Wells picked his way carefully across the lot at Wheeler Historic Farm on Tuesday, leaning lightly on the walker he has used for the past couple of years. It started with a fall when ...

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WPVI) -- Whether it's in the hospital or at home, the numbers are staggering. According to the government, every 13 seconds, an older adult is rushed to the hospital because of a fall.

Falls are the number one cause of injury among adults 65 and older. But the truth is, your risk doesn't suddenly appear the day you turn 65. It increases gradually over time, especially if you're ...

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 ...

September is Falls Prevention Awareness Month in Wisconsin. "Improve Your Balance, Prevent Falls Resource Fairs" will be held Sept. 10 in Wausau and Sept. 16 in Merrill to help older adults prevent ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I am an RN-Attorney with significant experience in both professions. Aug 26, 2025, 01:02pm EDT Most of us know some older person ...

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - Monday, Sept. 22, is National Fall Prevention Day, and local advocates say this isn’t just one person’s job, it takes all of us. There’s a statewide campaign created by the ...