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Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a condition that affects your bones, causing them to become weak and fragile. Learn about its treatment, management and prevention.

Osteoporosis medicines

Osteoporosis medicines include bisphosphonates, denosumab and hormonal treatments. Calcium, vitamin D and exercise are also important.

Bone density scan

Find out if you need a bone density scan and how this medical test is used to help identify low bone density and diagnose osteoporosis.

Osteopaenia

If you have osteopaenia, your bones are weaker than normal. Osteopaenia is less severe than osteoporosis but you need to take care if you're at risk.

Calcium

Calcium strengthens bones, helps prevent osteoporosis and more. Find out how much you need for your age and how to find good sources of calcium.

Healthy bones

From your 40s onwards, bones gradually lose their density. Follow these steps to help keep your bones healthy and avoid osteoporosis.

Physical activity guidelines for older people

Over-60s should try to be active every day. Here's how much exercise you need to stay mentally and physically strong and prevent conditions such as osteoporosis.

Bone diseases

Bone disease can range from cancers, infections, or conditions. Read below to learn the different types of bone disease, symptoms and treatment options.

Magnesium and your health

Magnesium is a nutrient essential for healthy muscles, nerves, bones and blood sugar levels. Read about the benefits of magnesium.

Post menopause

Post-menopause begins 12 months after your last period. Learn more about what to expect after menopause and health conditions that become more common.

Manage your health in your 40s

Be aware of the health conditions that affect people in their 40s. Learn how to reduce your risks and manage your health at this stage of life.

Vitamin D test

Vitamin D is important for bone health. A vitamin D blood test checks the level of 25-hydroxy-vitamin D in your blood – find out more here.

Manage your health in your 50s

Be aware of the health conditions that can affect people in their 50s. Learn how to reduce your risks and manage your health at this stage of life.

Manage your health in your 70s and older

If you are 70 or older, you should be aware of common health conditions and their signs. Learn some ways to help manage your health as you age.

Manage your health in your 60s

If you are in your 60s, you should be aware of some common health conditions. Find out their symptoms, how to prevent them and stay healthy.

Foods high in magnesium

Magnesium is a mineral essential for healthy muscles, nerves, bones and blood sugar levels. Find out which foods are high in magnesium.

Upper back pain (thoracic pain)

Your upper back is also known as the thoracic spine. Learn about common causes of thoracic pain and how to prevent and manage it.

Fractures

A fracture is a broken bone. It can be caused by trauma, such as a sports injury or fall. Fractures can also be caused by minor injuries in conditions that weaken the bone.

The role of an endocrinologist

Endocrinologists are specialists who treat hormone-related conditions. Learn how to find one and important questions to ask before your appointment.

Cushing's syndrome

Cushing's syndrome is a hormonal disorder with a wide range of symptoms. Learn what causes Cushing's syndrome and why it is difficult to diagnose.

Lumbar spine

Your lumbar spine lets you move, supports you and protects your spinal cord. Injury is common. Prevent it by handling loads safely and being active.

Oestrogen

Oestrogen is a female sex hormone which helps control puberty and strengthen bones. Learn how too much or too little can cause health conditions.

Premature and early menopause

Early menopause and premature menopause is when menopause happens before the age of 45 years. Read about the causes, symptoms and treatments here.

X-rays

An x-ray uses radiation to create a picture of the inside of your body. The x-ray beam is absorbed differently by body structures to create the image.

What to do if you are underweight

Being underweight could lead to health problems such as a weak immune system and bone fractures. Discover the causes, symptoms and when to get help.

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), or menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) comes in various forms and is used to treat the symptoms of menopause.

Vitamin D deficiency

Vitamin D deficiency occurs when your body doesn't get enough vitamin D to function well. Learn about the symptoms and how to get enough vitamin D.

Older people and falls

Anyone can be at risk of having a fall, but some older adults are more vulnerable than others. Here's how to take steps to prevent falls.

Management of chronic conditions

Chronic conditions are long-lasting and need ongoing medical attention. Learn how to manage your chronic condition and the types of support available.

Bones, muscles and joints

Bones, muscles and joints make up the musculoskeletal system. Learn more about their function as well as conditions and injuries that affect them.

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Search results for: "Osteoporosis"

Life stage

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis medicines

Bone density scan

Osteopaenia

Calcium

Healthy bones

Physical activity guidelines for older people

Bone diseases

Magnesium and your health

Post menopause

Manage your health in your 40s

Vitamin D test

Manage your health in your 50s

Manage your health in your 70s and older

Manage your health in your 60s

Foods high in magnesium

Upper back pain (thoracic pain)

Fractures

The role of an endocrinologist

Cushing's syndrome

Lumbar spine

Oestrogen

Premature and early menopause

X-rays

What to do if you are underweight

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

Vitamin D deficiency

Older people and falls

Management of chronic conditions

Bones, muscles and joints

Life stage

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis medicines

Bone density scan

Osteopaenia

Calcium

Healthy bones

Physical activity guidelines for older people

Bone diseases

Magnesium and your health

Post menopause

Manage your health in your 40s

Vitamin D test

Manage your health in your 50s

Manage your health in your 70s and older

Manage your health in your 60s

Foods high in magnesium

Upper back pain (thoracic pain)

Fractures

The role of an endocrinologist

Cushing's syndrome

Lumbar spine

Oestrogen

Premature and early menopause

X-rays

What to do if you are underweight

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

Vitamin D deficiency

Older people and falls

Management of chronic conditions

Bones, muscles and joints

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