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Yours FREE: The Johns Hopkins Guide to Osteoporosis

FREE The Johns Hopkins Health Alerts Guide to Osteoporosis

Could your back pain be caused by osteoporosis? One panel of experts convened by the National Osteoporosis Foundation estimated that at least 90% of all spine and hip fractures in older women are caused by osteoporosis. Postmenopausal women are at highest risk, but up to 25% of older men also get osteoporosis. Knowing if you're at risk for osteoporosis is crucial to starting preventive measures early—and prevention is the best line of defense against osteoporosis.
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In your free copy of The Johns Hopkins Health Alerts Guide to Osteoporosis, you will discover the latest news on osteoporosis and who is at risk, what new treatments are available, and much more.

The Johns Hopkins Health Alerts Guide to Osteoporosis
Table of Contents:

Introduction to Osteoporosis
How Osteoporosis Develops
Symptoms of Osteoporosis
Risk Factors for Osteoporosis
Screening for Osteoporosis
Who Should be Tested for Osteoporosis
Prevention of Osteoporosis
Exercise for Osteoporosis
The Right Tests and Timetable for Checking on Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis and Men
Risk factors for Osteoporosis in Men
Osteoporosis Screening Advice
The Bone-Protecting Benefits of Vitamin D

Why Vitamin D Is Critical for Bones
The Role of Vitamin D in Preventing Falls
How Much Vitamin D Do You Need?
Vitamin D Recommendations If You Have Osteoporosis
Calcium Supplements with Vitamin D
A New Way To Treat Osteoporosis
How Does Forteo Work?
How Well Does Forteo Work?
What Are the Side Effects of Forteo treatment?
Who Should Take Forteo?
How To Take Forteo
Spotlight on Osteoporosis
Further Resources


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