April 15, 2013: Exercise May Help People With Alzheimer's Avoid Nursing Homes
Study finds regular activity delays physical decline, reduces falls

March 05, 2013: Report Details Steps to Boost Patient Safety
Leadership is needed for change to occur, experts say

February 19, 2013: Injuries Rising Among Young Dancers
Sprains, falls most common, study found

January 21, 2013: Poorer Neighborhoods Often Have Less Safe Playgrounds
Chicago study found many needed simple fixes like adding more wood chips

January 12, 2013: Winter Holds Many Hazards for Seniors, Expert Warns
Preparation, caution can help keep elderly safe from injuries and illness related to season

November 26, 2012: Injuries Skyrocket From Inflatable Bounce Houses: Study
Dozens of kids treated daily on average in U.S. emergency rooms

November 19, 2012: Sleeping Pill Linked to Hospital Falls, Researchers Say
Mayo Clinic phasing out Ambien because of study findings

November 12, 2012: Genital Injuries Common But Preventable, Researchers Say
Men more often hurt, with younger males tending to get injured on bikes, older males slipping in the tub

October 17, 2012: Videos of Real-Life Stumbles May Help Fall-Prevention Efforts
Seniors most at risk when they shift their weight and lose their center of gravity, analysis shows

October 07, 2012: Doctor Offers Hunting Safety Tips
Heart attacks, falls bring many hunters to the emergency room

October 05, 2012: Clenched Hand May Prevent 'Choking' Under Pressure
For right-handed athletes, squeezing left hand might cause automatic motor skills to kick in, study says

October 05, 2012: Health Tip: Reduce Your Risk of Falling
Seniors should keep at least one hand free

October 02, 2012: Seniors Who Fell Recently May Fare Worse After Surgery
Study found more disability, complications and longer hospital stays for these patients

September 20, 2012: Suicide Now Kills More Americans Than Car Crashes: Study
Prevention efforts lowered traffic fatalities, more attention needed for suicide, experts say

September 06, 2012: 'Magic' Carpet Could Help Shield Elderly From Falls
Optical fibers map walking patterns, warn of potential dangers

August 10, 2012: Workers With Disabilities More Prone to Injuries: Study
Falls, transportation were leading causes, U.S. study found

August 08, 2012: Balance, Strength Training Reduce Falls for Elderly, Study Finds
Researchers recommend incorporating these exercises into everyday activities

July 31, 2012: Cataract Surgery May Cut Risk of Hip Fracture
Study found seniors who had procedure were less likely to have fall-related breaks

June 28, 2012: Muscle Mass Linked to Bone Health in Some Parts of Body
Weight-bearing bones in hips, shins especially affected in women, study found

June 25, 2012: One-Fifth of Nursing Home Residents Fall in First Month
Large study also linked certified nursing assistant staffing to lower risk

May 26, 2012: Exercise Helps Older Adults Stay Fit
Expert offers advice on working out in your 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond

May 22, 2012: Injury-Linked Deaths Vary Widely Among States
Report finds too few states require proven safety policies that would save lives

March 12, 2012: Stair-Related Injuries a Threat to Preschoolers: Study
Study estimates 931,000 youngsters hurt from 1999 to 2008

February 28, 2012: Hearing Loss Triples Risk of Falling: Study
Impaired hearing might reduce awareness of overall environment

January 19, 2012: Antidepressants Might Raise Fall Risk in Nursing Homes
Residents with dementia taking so-called SSRIs seem to be at higher risk of injury, study suggests

January 17, 2012: Younger Adults on Multiple Meds at Risk for Falls: Study
Injury risk was doubled compared to those with fewer prescriptions

December 23, 2011: Health Tip: Prevent Falls During Holiday Decorating
Suggestions to reduce your risk

September 16, 2011: Fall-Prone Seniors May Have Trouble Adjusting to Poorer Vision
Some elderly may not alter their walking speed when their sight is impaired, study finds

September 15, 2011: ADHD Doubles a Child's Risk of Injury: Study
Impulsive behaviors can lead kids to leap before they look, expert says

August 03, 2011: Popular Antidepressants Not Always Best Choice for Seniors
Study found that SSRIs seemed to have more side effects than older antidepressants

July 26, 2011: Certain Antidepressants Linked to Falls in Nursing Homes
Closer monitoring of patients changing or starting a non-SSRI is advised, researchers say

July 18, 2011: Falls Could Signal Early Alzheimer's Disease
Seniors whose brain scans indicated preclinical disease twice as likely to fall, study finds

July 08, 2011: Windows Pose Safety Risk for Young Children, Experts Warn
Simple tips can help parents, caregivers prevent potentially fatal falls

May 17, 2011: Tai Chi Prevents Falls, Boosts Mental Health in Seniors: Study
But the gentle form of exercise doesn't relieve symptoms of cancer, arthritis, researchers find

May 15, 2011: Spring Cleaning Lands Many Americans in Hot Water
Doctor provides tips on how to avoid some pitfalls associated with the season