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IOF and BHOF Publish New Aid to Osteoporosis and Fracture Risk Patient Discussion for Primary Care Providers
June 1, 2022 (Arlington, VA) – 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. If people knew all the facts, they’d be even more concerned. Every… Read more »
25 Facts About Your Bones and Osteoporosis
John Renner
Be Bone Strong™ Team
Join the Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF)’s Be Bone Strong™ team! The Be Bone Strong™ team is committed to showcasing the critical importance of physical activity to keep bones strong throughout the lifespan, and you can help. Here’s how: You can join the team and then encourage your friends, family, and others in your… Read more »
Betty Abolafia-Rosenzweig
Andrew Bush
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) – 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 »
Interdisciplinary Symposium on Osteoporosis 2021 Presenter Bios
Dr. Neil Binkley is a Professor in the Divisions of Geriatrics and Endocrinology at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Director of the UW Osteoporosis Clinical Research Program and Associate Director of the UW Institute on Aging. He earned his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin and subsequently trained in Internal Medicine… Read more »