As we age, the risk of falling increases and becomes increasingly perilous. A fall can be a real health setback for a frail, elderly person. And, more older adults are dying from falls today than 20 ...

Strategies ranging from balance exercises to home modifications can help prevent falls and boost mobility when you have MS.

Falls outside the home pose significant injury risks that increase with age and environmental factors. Understanding prevention strategies and hazard recognition helps maintain independence while ...

1. Find a good balance and exercise program. Look to build balance, strength, and flexibility. Contact your local Area Agency on Aging for referrals. Find a program you like and take a friend. 2. Talk ...

Dear Savvy Senior: My 80-year-old father, who lives alone, has fallen several times over the past few months. Are there any tips or precautions you recommend that I can implement to help prevent this?

The aging process is not always easy, with pitfalls aplenty along the way. Older adults are also more at risk for accidental falls. One in four Americans age 65 and older falls each year. That’s 14 ...

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Falls are a major concern as a we get older. Dr. Maulik Patel sees them too often as he treats the elderly. He joined WTOC’s Dawn Baker for Welcome to our Community to share ...

Falls are the leading cause of injuries among older adults in the U.S., according to the National Council on Aging. And falls can happen to anyone. What’s more, as the weather gets colder and the days ...

Fall prevention is an important topic to consider as you get older, according to Mayo Clinic. Physical changes, health conditions and some medications make falls more likely as you age. The following ...

Maurice Wells picked his way carefully across the lot at Wheeler Historic Farm on Tuesday, leaning lightly on the walker he has used for the past couple of years. It started with a fall when he was ...

As people age, staying balanced and maintaining good posture becomes more difficult. Muscles naturally weaken over time, ...

The majority of falls that lead to hospitalization occur in the home. Older adults can take various precautions to reduce their risk of such an event. Falls are a serious health concern for adults ...