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.