A review that examined fall risk assessment tools for hospitalized older adults was somewhat inconclusive. Because of data limitations in the studies assessed, it was not clear which tools work best.

For people experiencing multiple falls after this age, their future risk could increase up to 74 per cent, say scientists ...

Dementia is a devastating disease that impacts one in 10 older Americans. But while many people want to avoid developing dementia, the exact causes of the condition have remained largely a mystery.

Falling becomes more common as you get older, and has more serious health risks. However, you can lower your fall risk with a ...

Falls are a serious public health problem globally, particularly in acute care hospitals, where hospitalized patients are at high risk for falls and may experience adverse outcomes such as prolonged ...

Falls increased the likelihood of nursing home placement among older adults, according to a January study published in the American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine. Researchers used Medicare Current ...

Falls pose a significant risk to older adults, often resulting in injuries that lead to other health problems, decreased independence, and a lower quality of life. They also pose a considerable burden ...

Higher bupropion doses and prior fall history increased fall risk in older adults with treatment-resistant depression receiving augmentation. Among older adults with major depressive disorder (MDD) ...

Medicare covers fall risk assessments during routine preventive visits for beneficiaries enrolled in Part B. If you have a history of recent falls or issues with walking and balance, you may be a ...

More than 1 in 4 people over 65 report falling each year, and many of these falls result in serious injuries like hip fractures and traumatic brain injuries. Older adults are already at a higher risk ...