Physical decline is a major cause of falls, as ageing leads to muscle weakness, sensory loss, and certain diseases such as dementia, gout, arthritis, and diabetes.

A disabled senior in central Hamilton says she learned a valuable lesson the hard way, after giving a man money to clear snow.

Among senior citizens, falling is a significant yet often overlooked issue. The World Health Organisation reports that falls cause about 684,000 deaths globally each year, making this the second ...