The demographic landscape in the U.S. is shifting rapidly, with the median age now at 38.9, almost a decade older than it was in 1980. By 2050, the population of adults over 65 is projected to surge ...

A comprehensive fall prevention program integrated into primary healthcare systems significantly reduced falls among older adults, according to a large cluster randomized clinical trial published in ...

Falling is scary, especially when you get injured in the process. Anyone can be at risk for a fall-related injury, but you can have an increased risk of falling, or of suffering severe consequences ...

“Replacing traditional electric motors with soft, flexible actuators allows machines to perform tasks more safely and in ways that closely mimic the natural movement and softness of human tissue,” he ...

WYNNEWOOD, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- Philadelphia's long history of invention and innovation is thriving within a suburban hospital system. A veteran nurse just received a U.S. patent to prevent a major ...

Falls in acute care settings represent a significant challenge to patient safety, with potentially severe physical, psychological, and economic consequences. In hospitals, falls can lead to injury, ...

In 1994, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued Subpart M for construction, which required fall protection for workers exposed to falls on construction sites. Since then, ...

Pratfalls may seem funny in comedy skits, but taking a tumble yourself is no laughing matter. The National Safety Council says that falls are responsible for more than 8.5 million emergency room ...

A set of proposals seeking to end falls-related care delays due to policies in assisted living communities and other types of ...