Falling is scary, especially when you get injured in the process. Anyone can be at risk for a fall-related injury, but you can have an increased risk of falling, or of suffering severe consequences ...

Medical alert devices have advanced since they first became popular in the 1980s, and there is now a wide variety of device options available. There will be a growing demand for medical alert devices ...

Patient safety is a top priority in healthcare, and one of the biggest challenges hospitals face is preventing falls. These accidents can lead to longer hospital stays and even serious injury.1 While ...

Every year, one in four adults over 65 takes a fall. Many of these happen when people are home alone. A minor stumble can turn into a real emergency without help nearby. Fall detection technology ...

WYNNEWOOD, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- Philadelphia's long history of invention and innovation is thriving within a suburban hospital system. A veteran nurse just received a U.S. patent to prevent a major ...

Falls in acute care settings represent a significant challenge to patient safety, with potentially severe physical, psychological, and economic consequences. In hospitals, falls can lead to injury, ...

Reduce fall risk in advanced Parkinson's with physical therapy, home modifications, and smart tech. Stay safe and mobile with expert tips from neurologists.

Objectives Many hospitals use fall prevention alarms, despite the limited evidence of effectiveness. The objectives of this study were (1) to identify, conceptualise and select strategies to ...