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Osteoporosis

Do all you can to keep your bones healthy. Find a variety of information, tips and hints for preventing or reducing your risk for osteoporosis.

  • Osteoporosis Information from the National Institute on Aging

    Understand osteoporosis in older adults, including risk factors, warning signs, treatment, and research.

    • HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Institute on Aging

  • Kids and Their Bones: A Guide for Parents

    Parents, find out what you can do now to keep your kids' bones strong as they get older.

    • HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases

  • Osteoporosis

    Learn about the prevention, detection and treatment of osteoporosis.

    • HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases National Resource Center

  • Osteoporosis in Men

    Osteoporosis is a concern for men as well as women. Find out more.

    • HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases National Resource Center

  • What People Need to Know about Osteoporosis

    Find information about osteoporosis concerns as related to other health conditions, including anorexia nervosa, lactose intolerance, diabetes, lupus and smoking.

    • HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases National Resource Center

  • Osteoporosis

    Find information on osteoporosis, including diagnosis, diet changes, and more.

    • HHS, National Institutes of Health, National Library of Medicine, MedlinePlus

  • Dietary Supplement Fact Sheet: Calcium

    Read about the mineral calcium and its health benefits, food sources, and recommended daily intake.

    • HHS, National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements

  • Magnesium - Fact Sheet for Consumers

    Read about the mineral magnesium and its health benefits, food sources, and recommended daily intake.

    • HHS, National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements

  • Vitamin D - Fact Sheet for Consumers

    Read about vitamin D and its health benefits, food sources, and recommended daily intake.

    • HHS, National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements

  • Are You at Risk for Osteoporosis?

    Read about steps you can take to reduce your risk of Osteoporosis.

    • PennState Extension