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 ...

A comprehensive fall prevention program integrated into primary healthcare systems significantly reduced falls among older adults, according to a large cluster randomized clinical trial published in ...

The next Positively Pink event is on Thursday, Feb. 26, at 7 p.m., with social time beginning at 6:30 p.m., in the Wood County Hospital meeting rooms. The event will focus on “Balance and Fall ...

Falls are a serious public health problem globally, particularly in acute care hospitals, where hospitalized patients are at high risk for falls and may experience adverse outcomes such as prolonged ...

Pediatric falls in hospital settings represent a significant yet largely preventable patient safety challenge. Falls can result in pain, injury and prolonged hospital stays, while also imposing ...

Falls pose a significant risk to older adults, often resulting in injuries that lead to other health problems, decreased independence, and a lower quality of life. They also pose a considerable burden ...

Lafayette Surgical Specialty Hospital has won the ninth annual LAMMICO Patient Safety Award and Grant. The 2023-2024 Patient Safety Award and Grant centered on fall prevention, which is one of ...

EMPORIA, Kan. (WIBW) - Newman Regional Health’s fall prevention program, “Stepping On,” has started the next program to reduce falls among seniors. According to Newman Regional Health officials, ...

Empower older adults by understanding the strategies to help seniors at risk for falls through tailored exercise ...