First-responder collaboration can reduce unnecessary trips to the hospital after falls
By
John O'Connor
Dec 13, 2017
When a resident falls, the default response at many assisted living communities is an ambulance ride to the nearest emergency department. This practice can be time-consuming, costly and stressful to the...
Polypharmacy could increase risk of falls, other problems
By
Alyssa Salela
Jul 16, 2017
Older adults who take several medications are at a higher risk for falls, among other health complications, a recently published study finds.
Binge drinking puts 10% of older adults at greater risk of falls, other health issues
By
Lois A. Bowers
Aug 01, 2019
New research may have senior living operators proceeding more carefully with offerings such as in-community bars and happy hours.
Home hazard removal program cuts rate of falls among elderly
Sep 03, 2021
Although the program did not reduce the hazard of falls, the authors say it nonetheless may be an important, cost-effective intervention.
Only six in 10 seniors follow up after ED visit for fall-related head injury
Dec 22, 2023
The authors say that greater adoption of fall assessments and prevention strategies are needed.
Rate of falls increasing among older adults in the U.S.
Mar 08, 2022
Th wide variation in fall rates at the county level suggests modifiable risk factors, such as the built environment and prescribing practices.
Study looks at links between anxiety disorders, benzodiazepines, dementia
Aug 14, 2023
Benzodiazepines and anxiety disorders were linked to dementia risk, but no additional risk was seen for benzodiazepines in patients with anxiety disorders.
Prescription opioids linked to increased risk for serious fall events
Feb 20, 2024
The findings seen among adults of all ages, especially those aged 85 years or older; the risk was highest in the first 28 days after initiation.