In Utrecht, Netherlands, researchers from the Utrecht Public Health and Falls Prevention teams, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), undertook a comprehensive initiative to address the growing issue of falls among older adults. With a rapidly aging population expected to surge from 39,000 in 2023 to nearly 61,000 by 2040, the city faces mounting challenges. Falls among older people represent a significant public health issue, leading to social, medical, and economic burdens. Healthcare costs associated with falls are projected to reach a staggering 242 million euros annually by 2030 unless interventions are implemented. In 2022, Utrecht launched the “Vallen-Voorkomen” f
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