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47,000 Elderly Hurt in Walker, Cane Mishaps Each Year
Older women most often the victims of these falls, CDC says

Bone Therapy May Not Always Need Monitoring
In older women, annual measurements are unnecessary, study finds

Might Weight-Loss Surgery Lead to Fractures?
Small study finds nearly double the normal rate of broken bones

Avandia Raises Risk of Heart Failure, Fractures
But study found diabetes drug didn't increase chances of heart disease, death

Powerful Antacids Raise Chances of Fracture
But benefits still outweigh risks for patients who rely on them, experts say

More Faces Being Spared in Motor Vehicle Accidents
Researchers point to safer vehicles as reason for fewer fractures

Obese Children More Likely to Suffer Lower Body Injuries
Stress on muscle, bone behind severity of damage, longer recovery, study finds

Heart, Bone Problems May Follow Prostate Cancer Treatment
Men on hormone-lowering therapy may require close monitoring, researchers say

Slow-Healing Bones May Get Boost From Drug
Full-fledged study will test effect on healing time and pain reduction

Hazardous Falls Don’t Have to Happen
Experts offer seniors tips on avoiding harmful tumbles