In World Osteoporosis Day video message, EU Commissioner for Health Androulla Vassiliou says “osteoporosis must remain a major health priority for all of us. “
Experts speak out
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“Since a first fracture is rapidly followed by more fractures, it is critical that healthcare policies promote the detection of osteoporosis before the first fracture occurs. ”
Juliet Compston, IOF board member |
On World Osteoporosis Day EU Commissioner for Health sends message of support and commitment to the millions of Europeans suffering from osteoporosis
October 20, 2009
New IOF report explains importance of FRAX® in osteoporosis management
October 19, 2009
New 16-page World Osteoporosis Day report furthers understanding of FRAX®, the WHO Fracture Risk Assessment Tool.
Audit report shows rising tide of fractures in Asia
September 22, 2009
A new audit report issued by the IOF at a press conference today shows that osteoporosis is a serious and growing problem throughout Asia. Gathering data from 14 Asian countries, regions or territories, ‘The Asian Audit’ is a landmark report examining epidemiology, costs and burden in individual countries as well as collectively across the region.
Vitamin D deficiency is widespread and on the increase
June 30, 2009
A new report issued by IOF and published in the scientific journal Osteoporosis International, shows that populations across the globe are suffering from the impact of low levels of vitamin D, with highest rates in South Asia and the Middle East.
