Where implementation lives or dies: lessons from Sweden on bringing the World Falls Guidelines to life.

The article focuses on the implementation of the World Falls Guidelines (WFG) in Sweden, emphasizing the importance of organizational leadership and local champions in bridging the gap between policy and practice for fall prevention in older adults. It highlights that successful implementation requi...

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Publicado en:Age & Ageing Vol. 54; no. 12; pp. 1 - 4
Autores principales: Montero-Odasso, Manuel, Seppala, Lotta J, van der Velde, Nathalie, Ryg, Jesper, Masud, Tahir
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Publicado: Oxford University Press / USA Dec2025
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      ab: The article focuses on the implementation of the World Falls Guidelines (WFG) in Sweden, emphasizing the importance of organizational leadership and local champions in bridging the gap between policy and practice for fall prevention in older adults. It highlights that successful implementation requires viewing the process as ongoing rather than a time-limited project, with a need for co-created knowledge support tools that enhance relevance and usability. The findings suggest that middle management plays a critical role in facilitating change, and that integration across digital and organizational systems is essential for effective falls prevention. The Swedish experience serves as a model for other health systems, advocating for sustained engagement and leadership at all levels to ensure the WFG translates into routine care.
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