Fall Prevention

Health Workers’ Perception on Fall Risk Prevention: A Photovoice Method

Journal of Patient Experience, Volume 11, Issue , January-December 2024. Health workers’ awareness can affect hospital fall prevention success. Enhancing awareness can be achieved by exploring thei...

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Elder Care law firm’s 7th annual symposium to feature experts who explore cutting-edge innovations in health care

Rothkoff Law Group, a comprehensive elder care law firm serving the Southeastern Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey areas, will host its 7th Annual Elder Care Symposium, focusing on innovations t...

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Austin senior community uses AI cameras for fall prevention

AUSTIN (KXAN) --- Senior living community Parmer Woods at North Austin recently incorporated SafelyYou, a technology-powered fall prevention program, to reduce the fall risk of senior residents. ...

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Vestibular system and fall risk: understanding the connection in older adults

WRITTEN BY DR. RENEE MORAN, PT, DPT It’s no secret that as we age, our bodies begin to change. From hair loss to muscle mass and bone density reduction, many aspects of aging ...

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Multi-discriminant feature fall detection algorithm based on joints

Multi-discriminant feature fall detection algorithm based on jointsJimin Lai; Tonghui HeInternational Journal of Modelling, Identification and Control, Vol. 45, No. 1 (2024) pp. 11 - 18Traditional ...

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Two simple modifications to the World Falls Guidelines algorithm improves its ability to stratify older people into low, intermediate and high fall risk groups

AbstractBackgroundWe conducted a secondary analysis of a cohort study to examine the World Falls Guidelines algorithm’s ability to stratify older people into sizable fall risk groups or whether min...

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Detection of ethanol, cannabinoids, benzodiazepines, and opioids in older adults evaluated for serious injuries from falls

Clin Toxicol (Phila). 2024 Sep 28:1-8. doi: 10.1080/15563650.2024.2400186. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: In 2020, there were 36.7 million reported falls among older adults (65+) in the ...

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Geriatric Doctors in Houston: Comprehensive Care for Seniors

A Listly List - As we age, our healthcare needs become more complex, making specialized medical care essential. Geriatric doctors, or geriatricians, are physicians who specialize in the care of e...

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RI Department of Health awarded federal grant for fall prevention

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Rhode Island's Department of Health (RIDOH) announced on Thursday it received a federal grant intended for helping prevent falls. The $600,000 grant comes from...

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Fall Prevention Nature Walk featured at Sewell Mill Library

Bruce Thompson, branch manager of the Sewell Mill Library and Cultural Center Submitted information and photo: Fall Prevention Nature Walk, a set of informational panels designed to promote aware...

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Preventing Common Home Hazards During Autumn

Autumn’s cozy atmosphere can mask the potential dangers lurking within your home. From chilly drafts to slippery surfaces, the changing seasons introduce new common home hazards that can compromise...

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Step up to help FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers ‘Fight the Fall’

Falls are the most common cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries in older adults. FYZICAL Twin City Bangor’s fall prevention programs are here to help. BANGOR — FYZICAL Therapy & Balan...

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KCHD to Recognize Senior Fall Prevention Awareness Day

KCHD to Recognize Senior Fall Prevention Awareness Day The Knox County Health Department and the Knoxville-Knox County Senior Safety Task Force will host the annual Fall Prevention Awareness Day e...

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Council on Aging marks Falls Prevention Awareness Week

NPCOA marks Falls Prevention Awareness Week Sept. 23-27 with speaker event, luncheon and Falls Risk Assessments to help older adults in Natchitoches stay falls-free Did you know that falli...

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Apple’s New Apple Watch SE: A Kid-Friendly, Budget-Conscious Innovation

Apple is developing a new version of the Apple Watch SE with a plastic casing aimed at children. Discover how this innovation could impact the market and why it’s creating buzz. Introduction Apple ...

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Greater Green Bay Community Foundation awards over $200K to 23 nonprofits

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV)—The Greater Green Bay Community Foundation awarded over $200,000 to support the work of 23 nonprofit organizations addressing the needs throughout northeast Wisconsin. ...

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Fight the Effects of Aging With the 8 Best Exercises For Seniors Over 75 At Home

Aging is a gift, but it can be tough on your body. Studies show1 that you may lose up to 50% of your muscle mass by the time you’re 80 years old, making it significantly harder to go where you want...

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Medical Electronics Market worth $15.7 Billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 7.2%

Medical Electronics Market The global Medical Electronics Market in terms of revenue was estimated to be worth $11.1 billion in 2024 and is poised to reach $15.7 billion by 2029, growing...

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'They’re Not Filial': China's Eldercare Problem Amid Nursing Home Stigma | Insight | Full Episode

China is facing an aging population. Over the next decade, about 300 million people are set to retire. This is nearly equivalent to the size of the US population. As the silver tsunami buffets ...

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Local senior living center educating elderly through social event

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - Mountain View independent living and post-acute care hosted a free event for seniors with dozens of elderly care vendors Tuesday morning to help them get the care...

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Technology’s Influence on Healthcare: A 2024 Perspective

In recent years, technology has been revolutionizing the healthcare industry at an unprecedented pace. As we move further into 2024, the integration of cutting-edge technologies continues to transf...

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