June 1, 2022 (Arlington, VA)Ā ā The International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) and the Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) in the USA have developed a simple visual aid to help primary care providers initiate dialogue with their patients about osteoporosis and fracture risk during a medical consultation. The tool, available in PDF form and in several… Read more »
Press Releases
Several States Take Action to Strengthen Bone Health Awareness and Combat Osteoporosis »
May 31, 2022 (Arlington, VA) āĀ Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month is commemorated annually in May. In support of the month, eight states have taken steps through legislation and executive action to raise awareness about the growing crisis of osteoporosis. Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Nevada, New York, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and West Virginia have introduced, passed legislation or… Read more »
Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month 2022: Exercise to Maximize Bone Health »
The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation reminds everyone that exercising at all ages is vital to help build strong, healthy bones for life. April 18, 2022 (Arlington, VA) āĀ This May, the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) will commemorate Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month Ā with bone healthy exercises and information ā for all ages ā… Read more »
The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation Welcomes New Chief Program Officer to Its Management Team »
March 28, 2022 (Arlington, VA) ā The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF), the leading health organization preventing osteoporosis and broken bones, is pleased to announce that Lindsey West has joined its management team as chief program officer, reporting to Claire Gill, chief executive officer. In this new role, Ms. West will help execute BHOFās… 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 »
Rep. Larson Selected as Congressional Bone Health Champion Award for āOutstanding Leadership, Advocacy and Commitmentā »
FEBRUARY 16, 2022Ā (Arlington, VA) ā RepresentativeĀ John B. LarsonĀ (D-Connecticut), has been selected as an inaugural recipient of the Congressional Bone Health Champion award by the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation. The award recognizes Members of Congress who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, advocacy, and commitment to protect and improve the bone health of Americans. Rep. Larson is… Read more »
Legendary Designer and Fashion Icon, Iris Apfel, Joins the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation’s Ambassadors Leadership Council »
If you don’t take care of your bones, your chances of becoming a centenarian will shrink. JANUARY 28, 2022Ā (Arlington, VA) āĀ The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) today welcomed Iris Apfel to its Ambassadors Leadership Council. Ms. Apfel, renowned for her eclectic sense of style and super-sized, black rimmed specs, is 100 years old and… Read more »
Senator Collins Selected as Congressional Bone Health Champion Award for “Outstanding Leadership, Advocacy and Commitment” »
JANUARY 10, 2022Ā (Arlington, VA) ā U.S. Senator Susan Collins (R-Maine), has been selected as an inaugural recipient of the Congressional Bone Health Champion award by the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation. The award recognizes Members of Congress who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, advocacy, and commitment to protect and improve the bone health of Americans. Senator… Read more »
Recipients Of Inaugural Congressional Bone Health Champion Award Announced »
Awards Recognize Outstanding Leadership To Improve Bone Health Of Americans DECEMBER 21, 2021 (Arlington, VA) āĀ The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) is pleased to announce the inaugural recipients of a new national award to recognize Members of Congress who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, advocacy, and commitment to protect and improve the bone health of… Read more »
Senator Cardin Selected as Congressional Bone Health Champion Award for “Outstanding Leadership, Advocacy and Commitment” »
DECEMBER 16, 2021 (Arlington, VA) ā U.S. Senator Ben Cardin (D-Maryland) has been selected as an inaugural recipient of the Congressional Bone Health Champion award by the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation. The award recognizes Members of Congress who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, advocacy, and commitment to protect and improve the bone health of Americans…. Read more »