Fall prevention matters more than most people realize. Falls aren’t just “accidents.” For many older adults, a fall can be the event that changes everything—mobility, confidence, independence, and health. In the U.S., falls are the leading cause of injury among adults age 65+, and about 1 in 4 older adults reports falling each year. And the impact is serious: national data show fall-related death rates increase sharply with age, especially after 85. The good news is simple a