Hospital Walking Program Kept Some Patients Out of Nursing Homes: Study
A new study finds that walking programs in hospitals can prevent older patients from needing nursing home care and admission.
Tag Archives: Nursing Home Fall
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Nursing Home Falls and Bedsores Often Underreported in Rating Information: Study
A new study finds that nursing home falls and bedsores are often underreported to the government agency charged with rating nursing homes.
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Older Adults Are Falling and Dying Twice As Often Than 20 Years Ago: Study
A new study finds that elderly fall deaths have doubled over the last two decades.
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CPSC Report Warns About Risks To Seniors from Heaters, Pools, and Bed Rails
A new CPSC report provides tips on how seniors can avoid injuries from the use of portable heaters, pools and bed rails.
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Antipsychotics and Cholinesterase Inhibitors Linked to Increase Fall Risk For Elderly Users: Study
A new study warns that the use of antipsychotics and some Alzheimer's disease drugs can increase the risk of elderly falls and fractures.
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Falls Still The Most Common Reason For Injuries in the U.S.
More Americans go to the Emergency Room for fall injuries than for any other reason, according to a new report.
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Hip and Knee Replacement May Lower Fall Risks For Elderly Patients: Study
A new study finds that undergoing total hip or knee replacement surgery may help reduce the risk of elderly falls.
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Problems Often Underreported On Federal “Nursing Home Compare” Website: Study
A new study finds that the federal Nursing Home Compare website is underreporting falls at facilities nationwide.
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Elderly Fall Deaths Have Doubled In Recent Years: Study
A new study warns that deaths from falls have doubled for the elderly in recent years, yet it is unclear why.
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Nursing Homes Understaffing is a Bigger Problem Than Previously Believed: Report
A new report reveals that nursing home staffing levels are frequently over-reported, not taking into account dips in staffing during weekends and other times that may put residents at risk.
