falls
Coverage of falls in the Nexus archive.
- Pilates expert of 40 YEARS reveals the simple 5-step workout every woman over 60 needs for 'functional fitness' - including the trick to lift suitcases, avoid dangerous falls and prevent embarrassing bladder leaks
A Pilates expert with 40 years of experience shares a 5-step workout designed for women over 60 to improve functional fitness, emphasizing benefits like lifting suitcases, preventing falls, and avoiding bladder leaks.
- North Carolina launches new state action plan for traumatic brain injuries
North Carolina has launched the 2026-2029 Traumatic Brain Injury State Action Plan to improve access to services and support for residents with traumatic brain injuries. The plan, overseen by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, includes four priorities: enhancing service access, supporting providers, aiding individuals and caregivers, and preventing injuries through community efforts.
- Most common at-home death causes are easily preventable, area ER doctor says
An emergency department physician highlights that most home deaths from unintentional injuries, including poisoning, falls, and fire incidents, are preventable. She emphasizes simple safety measures like removing tripping hazards, labeling hazardous materials, and fire preparedness, noting 80% of such deaths could be avoided.