The May 4–8 event urges construction employers and workers to pause operations and focus on fall prevention through training, hazard awareness, and jobsite safety activities.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover transformation and innovation across the health care industry. Each year, millions of older adults experience falls, ...

The National Safety Council is urging employers and workers to take part in the May 4–8 Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls, with an emphasis on education and risk awareness in the construction ...

Alexandra Narvaez, DPT, of Physical Therapy at St. Luke’s, shares insights on assessing general balance and fall risk in this Community Connection segment. She explains how factors such as age, ...

Why falls matter: Falls are a leading cause of injury and loss of independence, especially for older adults, but proactive prevention can reduce risks. Key prevention steps: Regular exercise, home ...