Falls prevention: Proactive steps for mitigating risk in your community
By
Sue Miller
Dec 08, 2022
Between one-half and three-quarters of seniors living in nursing communities fall every year, and experts say soaring rates of fall-related death and injuries are one of the most significant health issues...
A call to action: Using CMP funds to reduce falls in nursing homes
By
Brian Liebel
Nov 01, 2022
Approximately 1.5 million Americans live in nursing homes. The quality of life for these residents is often compromised as they face daily difficulties and challenges, one of which is the risk of falling...
Florida researchers receive $1M to study falls prevention in seniors admitted to the ED
By
Diane Eastabrook
May 30, 2022
Senior ED patients will receive falls prevention supports, with the rate of recurrence tracked over a six-month follow-up period.
Who most fears falling? Older women who live alone, study reveals
By
Alicia Lasek
Apr 06, 2022
Clinical factors such as hypertension and stroke were also linked to distress about potential falls in 70% of the surveyed study participants.
Reducing liability exposures with video
By
Guy Fragala, Ph.D.
Mar 10, 2022
Falls among the elderly are a major problem within healthcare facilities, and this severe problem requires attention. Some proposed technological solutions include optical sensors or cameras linked to...
Sensor technology with artificial intelligence to improve patient safety
By
Guy Fragala, Ph.D.
Jun 30, 2021
In today’s world, advances in technology have provided a great opportunity for the application of this technology targeted at improving the safety of healthcare patients. Consider having a caregiver...
Fighting burnout? The McKnight’s Senior Living Online Expo offers fresh tips on June 17
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jun 03, 2021
The virtual doors to the free online event will open at 10:30 a.m. ET, providing attendees with the chance to network with peers and visit the online exhibition hall featuring products and services from...
Higher vitamin D dose may not equal greater bone health benefits in older adults
By
Alicia Lasek
Dec 09, 2020
A new investigation revealed that 1,000 IU/day of vitamin D supplements were no better at preventing falls in seniors than a lower dose of 200 IU/day. Higher doses were also linked to serious falls and...
Intensive blood pressure treatment may prevent dizziness, falls
By
Alicia Lasek
Sep 08, 2019
Intensive blood pressure treatment makes it less likely that older adults will experience drastic blood pressure drops and fall, new research shows.
Seniors with hearing aids less likely to confront dementia, depression and falls
By
Alicia Lasek
Sep 04, 2019
Older adults who get hearing aids are less likely in the near-term to face a host of debilitating health problems than their unaided peers.