A fall is any event that causes a person to unintentionally come to rest on the ground, floor or another lower level.

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - A simple misstep can be life-threatening, and that’s why professionals with the Cape Fear Falls Prevention Coalition and the Wilmington Fire Department are sharing tips ...

Take an inventory of your fall risk (see below) and be honest with yourself. Go to the Emergency Room or Urgent Care if you ...

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 ...

Mark Falls Prevention Awareness Month with Home Safety Updates Our security experts work 24/7, 365 days a year to help ...

The Area Agency on Aging played host to its annual Fall Prevention Day fair Tuesday, where seniors in the area interacted with vendors whose organizations and companies can help prevent falls.

Not only is a bad fall a leading cause of injury and hospitalization for older Americans, it can be a game-changer when it comes to living independently. September 22-28 marks Fall Prevention Week: ...

KUTV — Keeping ourselves and our loved ones safe is always a priority. That’s why Dr. Mark Gottlieb from Optum Utah joined Brooke Mangum on Fresh Living to share practical tips for fall prevention. He ...

ORMOND BEACH, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--HomeCEU, a leader in continuing education (CE) for healthcare professionals with a focus in therapy professions, today announced the commemoration of National ...