Improving Bathroom Safety for Older Adults

January is National Bath Safety Month. The smallest room in the home can also be the most dangerous, especially for older adults. Each year, approximately 235,000 individuals aged 15 and over visit emergency rooms for bathroom-related injuries according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Bathroom-related slip and fall injuries are most prevalent […]

Winter Slip-and-Fall Accidents: How to Stay Safe in Icy Conditions

There are approximately 3 million emergency department visits in the United States each year among older adults who have fallen, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). One in four older adults experience a fall each year, and falls are the top cause of injury-related deaths among older adults. Although older adult […]

Common Winter Injuries (and How to Avoid Them)

Injuries often occur throughout the winter months, whether at home, work, or driving. Ice, sleet, snow, and the drop in temperature all contribute to some of the most common winter injuries. An injury can seriously disrupt your routines and your bank account. In this article, we’re discussing some of the most common injuries people experience […]