When we fall as kids, we’re told to pick ourselves up and start over again. As we grow older, the issues around falling turn darker. Many older adults grow fearful, seeing scary ads for alarms to engage if we fall and can’t get up.Ā If people knew all the facts, they’d be even more concerned. Every… Read more »
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Strategic Plan Outline 2022-2024
Our Vision End fractures caused by osteoporosis. Our Mission Prevent osteoporosis and broken bones, promote strong bones for life and reduce human suffering through programs of public and clinician awareness, education, advocacy, and research. Our Strategic Plan 2022-2024 This strategic plan outlines the impact we aim to have on improving bone health and minimizing the… Read more »
Registration for the May 2022 Interdisciplinary Symposium on Osteoporosis is Now Open
The Interdisciplinary Symposium on Osteoporosis (ISO) will take pace virtually from May 5-7, 2022. The ISO is the nationās leading clinical conference on osteoporosis and bone health and attracts hundreds of healthcare providers from across the country.Ā If you are a healthcare provider and are interested in the full course curriculum provided and the opportunity to… Read more »
A Diet Rich in Calcium and Vitamin D Can Improve Health and Add to Your Longevity
MARCH 1, 2022 (Arlington, VA) ā March is National Nutrition Month, a yearly initiative designed to teach Americans about the critical importance of good nutrition. It is the perfect platform for the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) to educate Americans of all ages ā especially parents and their kids — about the importance of… Read more »
New Pilot Program Aims to Improve Quality of Post-Fracture Care in Patients with Osteoporosis
National Osteoporosis Foundation Announces Partnership with Atrium Health, Medstar Health, with support from Amgen and UCB, to Identify Patients at Highest Risk for Osteoporotic Fractures ARLINGTON, VA (October 5, 2021) ā The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) today announced a collaboration with Medstar Health in Maryland and Atrium Health in North Carolina to support a systems… Read more »
Interdisciplinary Symposium on Osteoporosis 2021 Presenter Bios
Dr. Neil Binkley is a Professor in the Divisions of Geriatrics and Endocrinology at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Director of the UW Osteoporosis Clinical Research Program and Associate Director of the UW Institute on Aging. He earned his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin and subsequently trained in Internal Medicine… Read more »
Best-selling Author Jessica Buchanan Will Present the Keynote Address at Virtual ISO2021
Jessica Buchanan, best-selling author will present the Keynote Address at virtual ISO2021, entitled, āChange is our Proof of Life.ā Serving as the Education Advisor for a non-governmental organization, Jessica was on a routine field mission in Somalia, when she was abducted by a group of Somali pirates for 93 days. By order of President Obama,… Read more »
April is National Minority Health Month
April 2021 is the National Minority Health Month and the National Osteoporosis Foundation believes that providing awareness and education about bone health will help bridge the disparity gap in healthcare. āWe must proactively address disparities in healthcare and help raise awareness about bone health for all Americans.ā Claire Gill, CEO National Osteoporosis Foundation Three questions… Read more »
AMGA Foundation Launches New Initiative to Reduce Osteoporosis-Related Fractures Rates
April 08, 2021 Alexandria, VA ā AMGA Foundation, in collaboration with Amgen, has launched its Osteoporosis Best Practices Learning Collaborative, a 12-month initiative focused on helping medical groups develop strategies to reduce fracture rates among patients with osteoporosis. This initiative is designed to provide a platform for participating organizations to improve both clinical and economic… Read more »
How has Covid-19 affected the treatment of osteoporosis?
IOF, NOF and ESCEO survey captures profound alterations in global osteoporosis care, assessment and treatment, including delays in DXA scanning, interrupted supply of medicines and delivery of medication, and increase in telemedicine consultations. A global survey of healthcare providers by the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF), the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) and the European Society for… Read more »