RECENT EVENTS
[WEBINAR] Managing Osteoporosis Patients During COVID-19
Join us for a thought-provoking discussion focusing on challenges and solutions for managing your patients with osteoporosis during the COVID-19 pandemic.
[WEBINAR] Breaking Myths. Not Bones.
Join our Osteoporosis Canada, Fracture Prevention Education Volunteer Pat McCarthy-Briggs along with special guest panelists as they discuss and dispel the most common myths in their field of expertise.
WHAT IS OSTEOPOROSIS?
Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by low bone mass and deterioration of bone tissue, which can lead to increased risk of fracture. Known as the “silent thief”, bone deterioration can occur over a number of years without presenting any symptoms. Unfortunately, if detected at the time of a break, the disease is already fairly advanced. The most common fractures associated with osteoporosis are in the hip, spine, wrist, and shoulder. Today, no single cause for osteoporosis has been identified.
Recent News
ISCD Researcher of the Year
The International Society for Clinical Densitometry (ISCD) Researcher of the Year award for 2020 was recently presented to Dr. William D. Leslie, MD, FRCPC, MSc, CCD.
Vitamin D and Potential Impact on the Severity of COVID
Two recent studies have suggested that low levels of vitamin D may be associated with an increased risk of severe COVID-19 infections.
Tribute To Dr. Timothy Murray
Osteoporosis Canada is saddened to announce the passing of Dr. Timothy M. Murray, founding member of Osteoporosis Canada.
Breaking the Cycle of Recurrent Fractures: 2019 Implementation Science Team Project Grant Recipient
After rigorous peer review, the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research (MSFHR) recently awarded the Fraser Health Authority team in British Columbia (BC), a three-year project team grant worth $500,000.
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