Falls
April 06, 2017
Falls in nursing homes are all too common, and consequently all too fatal. In fact according to the Centers for Disease Control’s website, “Falls among...
November 04, 2016
Based on a 2012 study investigating the implications of injuries suffered by senior residents of nursing homes, some “24,190 fatal and 3.2 million medically treated...
May 15, 2016
When an elder (defined as anyone over the age of 65) falls down, injuries can range from minor bumps or bruises to serious injuries, including...
May 05, 2016
Each year, more than one in three elders in San Diego falls, with serious injuries resulting. In some instances, falls are the result of elder...
April 12, 2016
Each year, more than one in three seniors in San Diego sustain falls and serious injuries. In some instances, falls are the result of elder...
April 05, 2016
A diet made up of healthy foods is necessary to maintain health and well-being. It can also help reduce factors that can contribute to falls....
November 23, 2015
One of the most common dangers that the elderly encounter in nursing home settings is the potential for falls. According to the CDC, approximately 1,800...