JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Every 17 seconds, someone 65 or older is hospitalized due to a fall, highlighting a growing health crisis that experts said is largely preventable. “All falls are preventable, as ...
Inpatient clinical care teams generally use tools such as bed alarms, gait belts, closer nursing station placement and more to prevent patient falls. But those interventions can hinder clinical ...
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) – Norfolk Fire-Rescue (NFR) has teamed up with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital’s trauma team in order to help prevent falls with injuries and early deaths. According to a release, ...
Staying safe starts with staying strong! Julie Logue, National Trainer for SilverSneakers, shares show how easy exercises, like standing on one leg, can help seniors reduce fall risks and stay ...
Losing your balance can be an unsettling experience. If you fall, it can be dangerous as well. And unfortunately, falls and fall-related injuries are common occurrences. According to the World Health ...
September is Healthy Aging Month and Falls Prevention Awareness Day is on Thursday, which also happens to be the first day of fall. The ninth annual observance of Falls Prevention Day offers a great ...
The critical elements of fall protection involve identifying hazards, implementing safety solutions, embracing innovation, and fostering a culture of safety leadership. Falls are a persistent threat ...
This report highlights safety practices, equipment standards, and compliance strategies to reduce fall risks and protect workers during gutter installation, maintenance, and repair. Gutter maintenance ...
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