HHS Funds Initiatives to Prevent Falls in Older Adults

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is allocating up to $27.8 million over three years for new programs aimed at preventing falls among individuals aged 65 and older. These initiatives will expand proven prevention methods and enhance collaboration between healthcare and community organizations, addressing a leading cause of injury that costs an estimated $80 billion annually in healthcare spending. This funding seeks to improve older adults' safety and independence.