Designates the week of September 21 through September 25, 2026, as "National Falls Prevention Awareness Week" to raise awareness and encourage fall.

The bill supports the designation of the week of September 21 through September 25, 2026, as "National Falls Prevention Awareness Week." This initiative aims to raise awareness and encourage the prevention of falls among older adults. Falls are a significant public health issue, causing approximately 14,000,000 incidents annually among adults over age 65, resulting in about 3,200,000 emergency room visits. The bill recognizes the importance of addressing risk factors through evidence-based programs and policies, such as exercise programs, medication management, and home hazard reduction.

Designates the week of September 21 through September 25, 2026, as "National Falls Prevention Awareness Week" to raise awareness and encourage fall.

The bill supports the designation of the week of September 21 through September 25, 2026, as "National Falls Prevention Awareness Week." This initiative aims to raise awareness and encourage the prevention of falls among older adults. Falls are a significant public health issue, causing approximately 14,000,000 incidents annually among adults over age 65, resulting in about 3,200,000 emergency room visits. The bill recognizes the importance of addressing risk factors through evidence-based programs and policies, such as exercise programs, medication management, and home hazard reduction.