Our Peer Educators form the backbone of the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation. These trained volunteers represent the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation on the front lines in their own communities. We support them every step of the way.Ā Training Peer Educators receive about 12 hours of online training, as well as coaching to prepare… Read more »
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Understanding the Sleep-Bone Link
By Joan Pagano, BHOF Ambassadors Leadership Council Member The link between osteoporosis and sleep is fundamental to bone health, although itās not the first that comes to mind. We often hear about the importance of a balanced diet and regular exercise when it comes to maintaining healthy bones. However, sleep is another crucial element… Read more »
The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation Welcomes Nan Moring as New Director of Development
May 18, 2023 (Arlington, VA)Ā ā The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF), the leading health organization dedicated to preventing osteoporosis and broken bones, is pleased to announce that Nan Moringhas joined the organization as director of development. Ms. Moring will lead all fundraising efforts for the foundation, including corporate program support and partnerships, major gifts,… Read more »
Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month 2023: Healthy Bones Are Always in Style
May 1, 2023 (Arlington, VA) ā This May, the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) is celebrating Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month with a variety of activities and resources to help people of all ages understand the importance of good bone health. Inspiration for this yearās theme, āHealthy Bones Are Always in Style,ā was drawn… Read more »
The Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation Unveils New Patient-Centered Tool for Osteoporosis Prevention and Management
‘Your Path to Good Bone Health’ Supports Patients to Navigate Their Bone Health Journey March 22, 2023 (Arlington, VA) āĀ The Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) is pleased to announce the launch of a new patient pathway online tool – Your Path to Good Bone Health. This digital knowledge-roadmap provides patients and care partners with… Read more »
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Included below is a list of events happening across the country that may be of interest to osteoporosis patients, their family, caregivers, healthcare providers and/or the general public. Upcoming Events Strength Training and Stretching for Osteoporosis Using a Large Exercise Ball This free strength training class using a large exercise ball and hand weights will… Read more »
IOF and BHOF Publish New Aid to Osteoporosis and Fracture Risk Patient Discussion for Primary Care Providers
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 »
Falling Can Be Fatal
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 »
25 Facts About Your Bones and Osteoporosis
Bone is living, growing tissue that is both flexible and strong. Throughout life, you are constantly losing old bone and forming new bone. Osteoporosis happens when you lose too much bone, make too little of it or both. Bone loss usually speeds up at midlife in both men and women. Osteoporosis and the broken bones… 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 »