The Robert F. Gagel, M.D. Community Leadership Award recognizes a healthcare professional who has made outstanding contributions to improving osteoporosis care and increasing community awareness about bone health. The award is named in honor of Robert F. Gagel, M.D., the longest serving member of the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation’s (BHOF’s) Board of Trustees and… Read more »
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Valentine’s Day Reminder: Show Self-Love By Strengthening Bones, Las Vegas Mayor Advises »
Valentine’s Day isn’t just for celebrating romantic love; it’s also a perfect time to show yourself some love by ensuring your bones are strong as you age. Shelley Berkley, the mayor of Las Vegas, shared her personal experience with osteoporosis and offered advice on how to avoid the disease. Read more and watch the segment… Read more »
Love Your Bones »
Osteoporosis, which is often called a silent disease, can dramatically impact a person’s quality of life. ARC Seattle spoke with Dr. Christopher Shuhart on how it affects people of all ages, genders, and ethnicities.
The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) Elects Two New Members to its Board of Trustees »
January 30, 2025 (Arlington, VA) – The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) is pleased to announce the election of two new members to its Board of Trustees, Irene Bueno and Jenny Rappole. Both bring exceptional expertise and leadership to support BHOF’s mission of preventing osteoporosis and broken bones and promoting strong bones for life. “We… Read more »
BHOF Comments On the Office of Inspector General Report Entitled VHA Policy and Practice Support Age-Specific Osteoporosis Screening in Women »
January 29, 2025 Michael J. Missal Inspector General Department of Veterans Affairs 810 VermontAvenue, NW Washington, DC 20420 Dear Inspector General Missal, The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) appreciates this opportunity to comment on the recently issued Office of Inspector General report entitled VHA Policy and Practice Support Age-Specific Osteoporosis Screening in Women. BHOF… Read more »
Biden-Harris Administration Proposes Medicare and Medicaid Coverage for Anti-Obesity Medications »
The Biden-Harris Administration has proposed a groundbreaking rule to expand Medicare and Medicaid coverage to include anti-obesity medications. This initiative aims to enhance access to effective treatments for obesity, a condition affecting over 42% of Americans and contributing to numerous chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular ailments. Under the proposed rule, Medicare… Read more »
What Really Helps Keep Bones Strong »
Like the rest of you, your bones need more attention as the years pass. Some 10 million Americans over age 50 have the weak and brittle bones of osteoporosis—and an additional 44 million have osteopenia (lower than normal bone density), according to the Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation. Click here to read the full article… Read more »
Exercises Every Woman Should Do To Support Bone Health, Per Doctors »
Bone health may not be something you think about every day, but it’s silently working behind the scenes to keep you strong and supported from the inside out. However, hormonal changes throughout life—from pregnancy to menopause—can quietly weaken your bones without you even realizing it. And while osteoporosis or bone density loss might not show… Read more »
Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation Announces Its Congressional Bone Health Champion Award Winners for 2024 »
October 4, 2024 (Arlington, VA) – The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) is pleased to announce the 2024 recipients of our national award to recognize Members of Congress who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, advocacy, and commitment to protect and improve the bone health of Americans. The awards are presented annually by BHOF to highlight… Read more »
Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) Awarded Multi-Year Grant to Increase Bone Health Awareness from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) »
October 4, 2024 (Arlington, VA) – The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation announced that it has been awarded a major three-year grant by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to launch a national campaign to educate and raise awareness about osteoporosis. BHOF is one of six organizations chosen by CDC through a nationwide… Read more »