Albany, NY (News10) — Zipping up your fleece, lacing up your shoes, and hearing the satisfying crunch of leaves underfoot. As you step out into the crisp air for a glorious fall hike, NY Forest Ranger ...

A fall can happen to anyone, anytime. But if you have osteoporosis, even a minor fall can be enough to cause a fracture. The riskiest area for a fall isnt necessarily an uneven sidewalk or a grocery ...

September is Fall Prevention Awareness Month, meaning it’s a time to highlight the real risks of falling that our older population can face. Medical Director of Optum New Mexico, Dr. Jaron Trost, said ...

Losing your balance can be an unsettling experience. If you fall, it can be dangerous as well. Falls are not just risky, but common. According to the National Institute on Aging, more than one in four ...

Did you know that 1 in 4 seniors will suffer a fall? And for some, it can be life-changing. Savannah Gonsalves, a registered nurse and Director of Quality and Utilization Management at Hometown Health ...

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 ...

STEVENS POINT − The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Portage County is offering a Stepping On workshop this fall. The program is designed to help older adults prevent falls through practical ...

Falls present a real health risk for older adults, and the bathroom can be particularly perilous. However, understanding the risks and making certain modifications can improve bathroom safety for ...

United Regional is getting ready to host Generations United, an event hoping to help seniors prevent falls ...