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March 3, 2026Open Access
Falls in older adults in sub-Saharan Africa: an urgent call for rehabilitation-centred action
Key Points
Falls among older adults significantly impact health, highlighting a growing public health concern in sub-Saharan Africa.
The rising burden of non-communicable diseases correlates with increasing fall incidents, indicating a pressing need for intervention.
Assessment emphasizes the lack of rehabilitation-focused policies, illustrating a gap in current health strategies.
Enhanced understanding of fall risks may enable better prevention efforts, supporting healthier aging in the region.
Abstract
Introduction As sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) faces a rising burden of non-communicable diseases, falls among older adults remain largely absent from policy and practice.