Falls remain the leading cause of injury in the construction industry. Workers often perform tasks on scaffolding, ladders, ...

A hospital trust says it has seen an increase in fall-related injuries during the icy weather. North Cumbria Integrated Care ...

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FARGO — As warmer temperatures melt snow, the risk of falls increases as the water refreezes, creating hazardous icy conditions. Health experts are urging the public to take extra precautions, ...

Wet leaves form a slippery surface that’s ripe for slips and falls. (Getty Images) Autumn is known for the change in foliage and apple picking, but between navigating on wet leaves and climbing ...

Fall-related injuries constitute a major public health issue, representing one of the leading causes of trauma-associated morbidity and mortality globally. Recent analyses have underscored the ...

This story was produced by Amy Ramirez-Leal and distributed by Next Net. Millions of people end up in the ER every year because of accidents that could have been prevented. The results are often ...

Snowstorms bring more than just flurries. Even relatively minor ones pose health risks since the cold temperatures can lead to frostbite and hypothermia, and shoveling snow can trigger heart attacks.