Falls are unfortunately a part of everyday life, particularly among the ageing population. But with the World Health Organisation estimating that a staggering 37.3 million falls require medical attention each year, preventing falls in older adults must be prioritised. In Ireland alone, “Falls are the most commonly reported incident within the HSE and HSE-funded services with 34,114 falls being reported in 2021 including 18,023 in acute hospitals and 15,958 in community services.", according to...

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