WASHINGTON, DC (June 23, 2017) – The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) elected two new members to its Board of Trustees during its annual meeting held in Orlando, Florida in April. The new trustees’ background and expertise in the fracture liaison service model of care will greatly contribute to NOF’s mission of reducing fractures caused by… Read more »
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How Strong Are Your Bones? May is National Osteoporosis Month »
The National Osteoporosis Foundation Issues the Jumping Jack Challenge to Raise Awareness about Building and Maintaining Strong Bones ARLINGTON, VA (May 1, 2017) — Can you do 10 jumping jacks in less than 10 seconds? If so, then you may be ready to accept the Jumping Jack Challenge for bone health. The National Osteoporosis Foundation… Read more »
The National Osteoporosis Foundation Appoints Five New Members to its Board of Trustees »
WASHINGTON, DC (April 25, 2017) – The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) today announced the election of five new members to its Board of Trustees. The new trustees bring expertise in rare bone disease and family medicine, which will contribute greatly to NOF’s mission. The newly elected trustees include: James M. Gill, MD, MPH, President of… Read more »
National Osteoporosis Foundation Announces Catrell Harris as its New Director of Science and Education »
ARLINGTON, VA (April 19, 2017) — The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF), the nation’s leading healthcare organization dedicated to bone health, has named Catrell Harris as its new Director of Science and Education. Harris is a seasoned nonprofit industry veteran with in-depth health experience and a track record of delivering profitable, innovative solutions to business challenges…. Read more »
NOF Partners with Farmacopea, Inc. to Conduct Health Education Outreach to Hispanic Audiences in the United States »
ARLINGTON, VA (April 5, 2017) — The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF), the nation’s leading healthcare organization dedicated to bone health, announced today a new partnership with Farmacopea, Inc., an independent, minority-owned and women-owned agency that consults with clients on healthcare advertising and communications to target Spanish-speaking patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals. Together, NOF and Farmacopea… Read more »
Osteopenia: Causes, treatments, and prevention »
As a person ages, bone density can naturally decrease. Osteopenia is characterized by extremely low bone density, regardless of age. Read the full article about osteopenia vs. osteoporosis here: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/318321.php.
Osteoporosis Care is Under Siege: How You Can Help »
Fractures related to osteoporosis threaten the health and independence of older Americans. And fractures are common: more than 2 million fractures happen each year due to osteoporosis. The statistics are staggering and unnecessary. A DXA (Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry) bone density test is a non-invasive, simple, yet top-quality test for screening and diagnosing patients that may… Read more »
How to Beat Your Genes When it Comes to Cancer, Diabetes, and More »
You can’t hit the reset button when it comes to your family health history, but you can lower the odds that you’ll suffer a similar fate. Learn how to beat your genes when it comes to cancer, diabetes, osteoporosis, and more:Â http://www.womansday.com/health-fitness/womens-health/g3068/how-to-beat-your-genes/
Health Buzz: Meredith Vieira: ‘There’s No Excuse for Not Thinking About Bone Health’ »
Meredith Vieira, the popular journalist and talk-show host says “There’s no excuse for not knowing about bone health and being proactive with your doctor.” Vieira, 63, who’s teamed up with bonenews.com, is opening up about her connection to osteoporosis, which affects about 10 million Americans over age 50, and the link between fractures and postmenopausal… Read more »
The Cost of Prescription Drugs: How the Drug Delivery System Affects What Patients Pay »
Washington, DC (June 13, 2017) – The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF), today issued the following statement in response to the Senate HELP hearing “The Cost of Prescription Drugs: How the Drug Delivery System Affects What Patients Pay” “During today’s hearing, several Senators raised the idea of allowing for the government to set prices in the… Read more »