The wonderful people at Fraser Health remind us that fall prevention can be fun! To get the word out about ways for seniors to stay healthy and active, Fraser Health has released a video flash mob set to Justin Timberlake’s “Can’t Stop the Feeling.” Watch seniors and health care professionals from your community get down, get […]
The Future of Falls and Injury Prevention: New and Emerging Technologies
Join Dr. Fabio Feldman on November 24, 2016 for a webinar on new and emerging technologies to prevent injuries from falls. New technologies are changing the way we look at prevention of falls and injuries. From simple wearable devices that detect falls to complex systems that deploy body airbags in case of a fall, this presentation […]
Provincial Proclamation
November 7-13, 2015 has officially been declared Fall Prevention Week in BC!
Café Scientifique on Aging, Mobility and Brain Health
A healthy lifestyle is key to aging well and in place. Join researchers from the Centre for Hip Health & Mobility (CHHM) and the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH) for “Aging, Mobility and Brain Health,” an interactive and informative evening where researchers in aging and mobility will speak about their current research and […]
Watch Your Step 2016 Fall Prevention Conference, May 16 – 17
Registration is now open for the Watch Your Step 2016 Fall Prevention Conference, which this year is being hosted in Calgary on May 16th and 17th. The conference features an agenda focused on the latest fall prevention programs, research and updates. It is a chance to find out what’s new, learn about successful programs from across the […]