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Exercise Helps Prevent Osteoporosis in the Elderly
Research has shown that exercise strengthens the body and reduces the risk of developing osteoporosis
Exercises for osteoporosis »
Questions And Answers About Osteoporosis and Bone Fractures
When person's bones are thin and brittle, even a minor slip or fall can cause serious injury and land them in the hospital.
Learn more about bone fractures »
Men Can Get Osteoporosis Too
Osteoporosis is known as a "women's disease" but men do get it and its just as dangerous for them.
How Osteoporosis affects men »
Calcium Supplements: Buyer's Guide
Calcium supplements can strengthen bones and reduce risk of osteoporosis.
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An Overview of Osteoporosis
What is osteoporosis? How is it diagnosed and treated? And how do you know if your parent has it?
Here's all you need to know »
10 Warning Signs for Osteoporosis
One out of every two women and one in four men over age 50 will suffer from osteoporosis, which causes brittle bones and increases risk of serious injuries from falls. Is your parent at risk?
Know the warning signs »
What is a DEXA bone density test?
Those test results will tell her how aggressive to be in helping you ward off osteoporosis, which affects half of all women over 50. Click to read Dr. Connolly's full answer.
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