Falls in the tub or shower and around the toilet are some of the most common causes of adult injuries and emergency room visits. One good way to prevent serious falls and injuries while bathing is to ...

Original Medicare typically does not cover shower chairs because they are considered assistive devices rather than medically necessary equipment. A commode chair, which is covered by Medicare, may be ...

A commode chair, which is covered by Medicare, may be a suitable alternative if it is waterproof, durable, and has features to prevent slipping. Some Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans may offer ...

Angela Haupt has been a health writer and editor for more than a decade. She was previously the managing editor of health at U.S. News & World Report, where she spent 11 years covering and editing ...

Falls in or near the bathtub are common and result in a significant number of annual emergency room visits, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While anyone can fall ...