Daily Aspirin Increases Risk of Senior Falls Requiring Hospital Care: Study
The findings of a new study suggest daily low doses of aspirin may increase the risk of falls among elderly patients.
Tag Archives: Slip-and-Fall
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Falls, Accidents and Other Preventable Injuries for Older Adults Targeted By CDC Campaign
The CDC has launched a campaign to prevent many avoidable injuries such as falls and auto accidents, which it says are increasingly afflicting elderly adults in the U.S.
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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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Deaths from Elderly Falls Increased 31% in Recent Years
A new CDC study warns that the rate of elderly falls has increased in recent years.
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Nurse Staffing Levels Linked to Safety Outcomes for Patients: Study
The findings of a new study indicate that nursing levels and nurse qualifications have a direct impact on patient safety and the risk of hospital falls.
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Pumpkin Carving, Other Hazards Led To 4,400 Halloween Injuries In 2014
More than 4,000 injuries occur annually from pumpkin carving and other holiday-related activities, the CPSC warns.
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Lowe’s Slip and Fall Injury Lawsuit Results in $13M Verdict
A slip-and-fall lawsuit against Lowes has resulted in a $13 million verdict for a Las Vegas woman.
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Shower Rug Recall Issued After Reports Fractures, Injuries Due To Suction Cup Failures
About 1.5 million AquaRug shower mats have been recalled following dozens of reports of falls and injuries due to defective suction cups.
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Holiday Decorating Injuries Send Thousands to Emergency Room Each Year: CPSC
The CPSC is warning the public to be aware and to avoid the most common types of holiday-related injuries, such as laceration from sharp objects, Christmas tree fires and falls.
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Task It 1-Up Folding Step Stool Recall Issued After Fall Injuries
About 6,500 plastic step stools have been recalled due to a risk that they may crack and break, posing a potential fall and injury hazard for consumers.
