One of the most severe dangers for the elderly is falls. One unwanted fall may cause broken bones, a prolonged healing process, or even loss of independence. What is even more alarming is that a large ...

For the over-65 population, falling can be a serious health risk. Three million older people each year are treated in emergency rooms for fall-related injuries, according to the CDC, and one in four ...

When every second counts, fall-detection technology can be the difference between a close call and a crisis. Today’s top-rated medical alert systems with fall detection blend smart sensors, intuitive ...

MyNotifi®, an automatic fall-detection wearable device, is a new system from MedHab that connects to a user’s smartphone and can send alerts. The system is a discrete device worn on the wrist and can ...

The best kind of technology is technology that can improve our everyday lives. Medical alert devices have been around for a few decades now, calling emergency services when they detect the wearer has ...

Falls are the number one cause of injury among adults 65 and older. But the truth is, your risk doesn't suddenly appear the day you turn 65. It increases gradually over time, especially if you're ...

Jessica is a former writer and editor at Forbes Health with over a decade of experience in both lifestyle and clinical health topics. Before Forbes Health, Jessica was an editor for Healthline Media, ...

Smartwatches like the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra have become must-wear accessories. From work to the beach, they go with us just about everywhere. Smartwatch manufacturers know this, and they've ...

XIAMEN, FUJIAN, CHINA, February 13, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The global aging population is growing rapidly, increasing the need for elderly care. By 2050, World ...

A new study pinpointed seven factors that influence older adults and their families to use fall detection technology, according to a report published Tuesday in BMC Geriatrics. The team conducted ...

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