Falls are inevitable, but new research proves that with practice, you can lower your risk of fractures and head trauma.

“Another way to prevent falls is to take preemptive steps,” Gray-Waites said. “Fall-proof living areas by making sure there are handrails in areas where stairs are being used, removing clutter from ...

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – "How to fall safely." That's the concept behind a new class being held by one Palm Desert gym owner who is eager to help her community prevent injury. As people age, risk ...

Death rates from falls among older adults have surged in the last 20 years, as the American population ages and more seniors prefer to live independently in their homes. New data from the Centers for ...

Rennes Health & Rehab Center in Weston hosts a free Oct. 16 session on fall prevention and home safety for older adults.

Each year, one in four older adults takes a fall. That's according to the CDC. The good news is most falls are preventable, and there are simple solutions that can make aging at home safer.

PHOENIX — When a fall nearly took the life of one of his own family members, Valley teen Aarush Reddy began a mission to keep seniors safe from life-threatening falls with a community initiative.

In this video, we demonstrate four methods for preventing slips and falls in the bathroom for the elderly. We cover essential products such as shower tread stickers, bathroom runner rugs, bathroom ...