BHOF offers the Professional Partners NetworkĀ® (PPN) Directory as a public service to help you find healthcare providers in your area who offer osteoporosis prevention, diagnosis and/or treatment services. The healthcare providers listed in the directory pay an annual fee to be a member of the PPN Directory and each member is able to provide… Read more »
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World Osteoporosis Day
October 20th is World Osteoporosis Day. Join BHOF and organizations across the globe in raising awareness and sharing resources to promote better bone health! October Events in Honor of World Osteoporosis Day 2025 events coming soon! Social Media Toolkit Our social media toolkit provides graphics and messages for you to share with your networks. Coming… Read more »
May is Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month! Join us in raising awareness about osteoporosis and bone health! There are many ways to get involved. This May, letās step up for stronger bones! Osteoporosis typically develops without symptoms, so many people donāt realize their bones are getting weaker until they experience a break. But with awareness… Read more »
Board of Trustees
Our Leadership Co-Editor in Chief of Osteoporosis International Felicia Cosman, M.D. Regional Bone Center Emeritus Board Charles H. Chesnut III, M.D., FACP Deborah T. Gold, Ph.D. Kathleen S. Kuntzman Joseph Melton, III, M.D.B. The HonorableĀ Daniel A. Mica, Chairman Emeritus Lawrence Riggs, M.D. The HonorableĀ Paul G. Rogers, Chairman EmeritusĀ (Deceased) Paula H. Stern, Ph.D.
Safe Movement
Keeping Your Balance Balance is very important for people with osteoporosis. Your eyes, ears, muscles and joints all play an important role in maintaining your balance and preventing broken bones. Medical conditions and medicines can also affect balance and your risk of falling. Letās take a look at these and see how you might be… Read more »
Nutrients
Bone Healthy Ingredients To create a bone healthy recipe at home, chooseĀ (1) EXCELLENTĀ source of calcium orĀ (2) GOODĀ sources of calcium, PLUS at least 2-3 other bone healthy ingredients from those listed below. Try your hand at as many interesting combinations as you can think of and let us know how your recipes turn out! Upload photos/stories… Read more »
BHOF Support Groups
Building Strength TogetherĀ® Find an Osteoporosis Support Group Support Groups are a great way to learn more about osteoporosis and how to live with the disease directly from those in similar situations. Use our directory below to find a Support Group in your area. If we donāt have a Support Group in your area and… Read more »
About Clinical Trials
Are you interested in volunteering for a research study or clinical trial? There are many reasons why you may be interested in being a part of a research study or clinical trial. You may be looking for access to the newest medical treatments, investigational drugs or medical devices or you may be interested in helping… Read more »
Fracture Liaison Service “FLS”
If you break a bone, it is very important that you get the right medical care, treatment and follow-up to make sure you donāt break any more bones. Your healthcare provider may refer you to a fracture liaison service or FLS program. An FLS program operates under the direction of your doctor and an FLS… Read more »
Break Free From OsteoporosisĀ® – Questions to Ask Your Healthcare Provider
Many people find it helpful to take a list of questions with them when going to a medical visit. Print this handy checklist when you visit your healthcare provider for a bone health checkup. Write down the answers to the questions right on the form and keep it with your medical information.