Marymount researcher outlines regional, evidence‑based fall‑prevention programs

Sep 8, 2026

Sarah Papa of Marymount University described a federally funded regional effort running SAIL, Matter of Balance and Otago programs and said the university is on its third round of grant funding to expand access across Northern Virginia.

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Sarah Papa, assistant professor at Marymount University and director of the Regional Falls Prevention Initiative, told panel attendees the Northern Virginia Falls Prevention Alliance grew from a tighter initial focus on Arlington, Fairfax and Loudoun to include Prince William County and parts of Washington, D.C., and Maryland.

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