Osteoporosis is a debilitating disease that is commonly diagnosed in the aged population. It is a disease that can be avoided if lifestyle changes are made.

Nov 8, 2011 - Sandra Markcrow

Osteoporosis is the result of aging, but can be precipitated by environmental factors and sedentary lifestyles. However, the condition can be controlled.

Oct 3, 2011 - Vangeepuram Satakopan

Prolia, an injectable drug to treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal women, was approved June 1, 2010, by the United States Food and Drug Administration.

Jun 7, 2010 - Rebecca Johnston

The World Health Organization's on-line calculator, called FRAX, predicts a patient's ten-year risk for an osteoporosis-related bone fracture.

Sep 18, 2008 - Sheila Gaquin

Long-term use of Fosamax®, Actonel®, Boniva®, and other bisphosphonates may not be safe.

Jan 19, 2010 - James Cooper

Osteoporosis is a gradual weakening of bone strength, which puts you at risk of fracture. Here is an overview of the condition and how you can prevent and reverse it.

Nov 29, 2009 - Nicci Talbot

Dexa scans are considered to be the most accurate test for bone density analysis. This article explains how they work, who needs to have one, and what the results mean.

Dec 8, 2009 - Nicci Talbot

Learn about the facts behind osteoporosis and what causes the disease.

Sep 14, 2010 - Domina Smith

The most commonly used drugs for treatment of osteoporosis are bisphosphanates, drugs that decrease bone removal and the risk of fractures, and increase bone density.

Nov 8, 2009 - Sharon Perkins

Although osteoporosis is a debilitating disease, the good news is that it's preventable. Read on for tips on how to reduce your odds for getting it.

Feb 26, 2009 - Venice Kichura

Fractures caused by osteoporosis are a major health concern. But the medications which are taken to protect against them might themselves cause fractures.

Mar 29, 2011 - Harriet Tramer

Drug treatment for osteoporosis bone loss, vitamin D and calcium supplements, a healthy diet and exercise all help in preventing osteoporotic fractures.

Dec 18, 2010 - Wendy A.M. Prosser

Osteoporosis is a risk all people face as they age. Menopausal women, however, are even more likely to develop this degenerative bone condition.

Feb 28, 2010 - Nicole Madison

Fractures and broken bones are the result of not paying attention to bone health. Get your exercise and understand the impact of food and medicine.

Sep 24, 2007 - Sara E. Lewis

Learn the symptoms usually associated with osteoporosis as the disease progresses to the later stages.

Jul 19, 2007 - Melinda Thompson

Age-related bone loss is an increasing public health concern. Learn more about who gets osteoporosis and what causes this loss of bone strength.

Feb 25, 2010 - Jennifer Gibson

Osteoporosis is an increasing problem in western countries. Because it can lead to bone fractures and deformity it has a major impact on quality of life.

Oct 6, 2009 - John Richard Roberts

Effective treatment of osteoporosis begins with understanding facts and clearing common misconceptions about the disease.

Apr 1, 2009 - Snigdha Taduri

Strong bones are essential to health. Learn about bone health, calcium, vitamin D/sunlight, exercise, and the prevention and management of osteoporosis.

Oct 3, 2010 - Heather Donaldson

Denosumab is a new option for treatment of osteoporosis. It works in a different manner than other osteoporosis medications to increase bone density.

Oct 2, 2009 - Melissa Murfin