Home is the place where you're supposed to feel safest. But as you get older, fall risks lurk everywhere: on loose stairs, in cluttered hallways, and especially in the bathroom. Falls are the number ...

Deb Hipp is a freelance health and medical writer and editor who lives in Kansas City, Missouri. She is a former investigative reporter with more than 25 years of experience as a journalist and writer ...

Compare tubs that match your style, needs & space. If you’re considering a walk-in tub to improve bathroom safety, you’re likely wondering if Medicare will cover the cost. No, Original Medicare does ...

Sandra Gordon is a journalist specializing in health and medicine for consumers and healthcare providers. Her work has appeared in major magazines and websites, including Prevention, Parents, Medical ...

Compare tubs that match your style, needs & space. Walk-in tubs aren’t cheap, but they provide a safer way to bathe when you have mobility issues or trouble with balance using a standard tub. They can ...

Vice President of Growth & Engagement at CBS News and Stations Jennifer Earl is the Vice President of Growth & Engagement at CBS News and Stations. Jennifer has previously written for outlets ...

Q: My husband and I have a lot fewer aches after a warm bath. But getting in and out is becoming hazardous as we age. We are thinking of getting a walk-in tub. Is that a smart idea? A: A walk-in tub ...

Medicare does not typically cover the cost of walk-in showers, as they are considered home modifications rather than durable medical equipment (DME). Exceptions may exist, and Medicare Advantage plans ...