Falls are one of the leading causes of injury and hospitalization among older adults, placing significant strain on individuals, families and the health care system. And new research by UBC Okanagan's ...

Primary-care clinicians can help reduce fall-related injuries among their elderly patients by making fall prevention a priority in their practices. Falls become more common in people after age 70 ...

The great comedian George Burns once said, “You know you’re getting old when you stoop to tie your shoelaces and wonder what else you could do while you’re down there.” We seem to become multitaskers ...

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 ...