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 »
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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 »
Rep. Walorski Selected as Congressional Bone Health Champion Award for āOutstanding Leadership, Advocacy and Commitmentā »
DECEMBER 9, 2021 (Arlington, VA) — Representative Jackie Walorski (R-Indiana), has been selected as an inaugural recipient of the Congressional Bone Health Champion award by the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation. The award, which was presented today at the U.S. Capitol, recognizes Members of Congress who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, advocacy, and commitment to protect… Read more »
The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) is Now the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) »
New brand reflects expanded focus on prevention in addition to osteoporosis diagnosis and treatment ARLINGTON, VA (October 20, 2021) ā Today the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) changes its name to the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF). The new name strengthens its position as the leading national health organization dedicated to promoting strong bones for… 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 »
One Broken Bone? You May Be at Risk for Another »
Any fracture in an older woman or man, whether from a car accident or sidewalk slip, may be a sign you should have your bone health checked. Click here to read this article published in the New York Times.
Osteoporosis In Men Is A Serious Condition »
381,000 Men Suffered Osteoporotic Fractures in 2016 According to a New Study ARLINGTON, VA (August 30, 2021) ā While osteoporosis, a chronic disease that leads to serious bone fractures, is often considered a women’s health concern, a new study finds that many men also suffer its worst effects. The independent actuarial firm Milliman found that… Read more »
Rep. John B. Larson Introduces Bill to Make Osteoporosis Screening More Accessible »
This week,Ā Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) introducedĀ the Increasing Access to Osteoporosis Testing for Medicare Beneficiaries Act of 2021 (H.R.Ā 3517) with Reps.Ā Linda SĆ”nchez (CA-38), Lori Trahan (MA-03), Michael Burgess M.D. (TX-26), and JackieĀ WalorskiĀ (IN-02)Ā to improveĀ access to osteoporosis screening. Fractures caused by osteoporosis are among the most significant challenges threatening the independence and quality of life for… 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 »
National Osteoporosis Month 2021: Take Steps to Help Achieve Good Bone Health »
The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) recommends making doable, daily lifestyle choices to aid in the prevention of osteoporosis. ARLINGTON, VA (April 20, 2021) — This May, NOF will commemorate National Osteoporosis Month with materials showcasing simple steps to promote good bone health. A cornerstone of the initiative is NOFās digital calendar, which features 31 days… Read more »