Medication-related falls can be prevented through routine questions and observation. People working with older adults should be aware of the types of medicines that increase...
Bladder and bowel problems can also increase the risk of falls, especially when people rush to the toilet.
Quality sleep helps us feel energised, think clearly and move confidently throughout the day. But for many older adults it can be difficult to get enough restful sleep.
Quality of life can be severely compromised for people with osteoporosis, particularly if they fall and sustain a fracture.
In March, Injury Matters headed south to the Great Southern for a busy and rewarding road trip focused on injury prevention and safety promotion.
Find out what a healthy 24-hours looks like!
Learn about how omega-3 fatty acids can help you stay steady on your feet.
Brain Awareness Week (March 16-22) reminds us that brain health matters at every age. Our brain controls everything we do, from thinking and movement to memory and emotions. Keeping our brains active a little every day can go...
Last week, Injury Matters was proud to partner with AUSactive to deliver the Active Balance for Falls Prevention workshop, an event that reached full capacity...
Injury Matters is launching Stay On Your Feet® Improve Your Health campaign from March-May 2026!
Extreme heat can be dangerous, and this summer has already been long and very hot. Dehydration can cause dizziness, confusion, and poor balance, increasing the risk...
With the next Stay On Your Feet® Improve Your Health campaign launching in September, Injury Matters congratulates the successful Improve Your Health grant recipients who...