Osteoporosis

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Calcium: Shopping List

Use this list to shop for calcium-rich food to help build strong bones and prevent bone loss. ... Details >

National Health Information Center, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Get a Bone Density Test: Quick Guide to Healthy Living

Also available in: Spanish

If you are age 65 or older, it’s time to get a test to find out your bone strength. A bone density test will tell you if you are at risk for osteoporosis. ... Details >

National Health Information Center, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Get Enough Calcium: Quick Guide to Healthy Living

Your body needs calcium to build strong bones. Many people are at risk for osteoporosis, or weak bones, which develops slowly over many years. Getting enough calcium each day will help prevent osteopo... Details >

National Health Information Center, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Preventing Osteoporosis: Questions for the Doctor

These questions can help you start a conversation with your doctor about ways to prevent weak bones. ... Details >

National Health Information Center, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Osteoporosis: Frequently Asked Questions

This page provides answers to the most frequently asked questions about osteoporosis or bone health. It offers information about exercise, calcium intake, medications and more.... Details >

National Osteoporosis Foundation

About Osteoporosis: Prevention and Healthy Living

Osteoporosis is largely preventable for most people. Prevention of this disease is very important because, while there are treatments for osteoporosis, there is currently no cure. Learn about five st... Details >

National Osteoporosis Foundation

African Americans and Osteoporosis

This publication discusses osteoporosis in African Americans and things you can do to help prevent osteoporosis.... Details >

Office on Women's Health

Best Bones Forever!

The Best Bones Forever!™ Campaign offers girls fun activities, quizzes, and recipes to encourage girls to get active and eat more foods with calcium and vitamin D. ... Details >

Office on Women's Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Best Bones Forever! Parents Act Now!

Best Bones Forever!™ is a national bone health campaign aimed at helping girls ages 9-14 and their parents understand that now is the time to build strong bones for life. Learn what you can do to give... Details >

Office on Women's Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Bone Health and Osteoporosis: A Guide for Asian Women Aged 50 and Older

Also available in: Chinese-Traditional - (PDF)

When you think about your health, you probably do not think about your bones. This document provides important information on keeping your bones healthy and reducing your risk of fractures by preventi... Details >

NIH Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases ~ National Resource Center

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