Apr 16, 2025

The Human Angle: Patient Stories & Everyday Implications

In our previous articles, we discussed the importance of analyzing comorbidity‐related fall risk, outlined our 24‐item survey, detailed the study’s methodology, and revealed key findings—an average 8‐point difference in total scores between those with fewer vs. more comorbidities. Now, it’s time to illustrate how these statistics translate into real‐world situations and lived experiences.

Apr 14, 2025

Key Findings: How Comorbidities Shift Fall-Risk Scores

In our first three articles, we discussed the importance of analyzing fall risk in patients with multiple health conditions, explained our 24‐item survey, and detailed the methodology behind it all. Now, let’s look at the actual results from our 673 participants—and see just how much having two or more comorbidities can shift a

Apr 12, 2025

Behind the Scenes: Our Data & Methods Explained

In the first two articles, we highlighted why we care about comorbidity‐related fall risk and how we created a 24‐question, 1–5 survey to capture subtle yet critical mobility factors. Now, it’s time to step into the nuts and bolts: our data‐collection process, participant demographics, and the statistical approach we used. Who Participated? Comorbidity

Apr 10, 2025

The Scope of the Problem – Falls and Chronic Conditions

Falls are not only a leading cause of injury but also a significant driver of healthcare costs and patient distress—especially for older adults or those juggling multiple health issues. We often hear about how one bad fall can disrupt a person’s independence for months or even years. But why are certain people at

Apr 8, 2025

Designing Our 24-Item Fall-Risk Survey – Why 1-5 Matters

In our first article, we introduced the overarching challenge: how comorbidities—having two or more chronic conditions—can drastically elevate a person’s risk of falls. Now, let’s dive into the heart of our project: a custom 24‐item survey that translates the nuanced realities of daily mobility, balance confidence, and health issues into one total fall‐risk

Apr 3, 2025

Clearwater, FL – Overview of Our Scholarship Programs at Vedere University

The cost should never be what discourages an individual from advancing their education. At Vedere University, the scholarship plan is intended to remove financial hurdles—not place additional ones in the way. Whether in Clearwater, FL or learning from somewhere else, you can receive considerable assistance that really does make a difference. All incoming