How to Minimize the Harmful Effects Of Medications And Other Medical Conditions On Bone Talk To Your Doctor If you are taking any medications or suffer from any medical conditions […]

If you are on medication for osteoporosis, are you ever tempted to stop taking it? If your answer is yes, you are not alone. Studies indicate that especially for those […]

SECONDARY OSTEOPOROSIS Medications and medical conditions can increase the risk of osteoporosis and osteoporotic fractures. Drugs and Diseases that can Cause Bone Loss, Falls and/or Fractures There are several well […]

Do you use the Internet to search for information, particularly medical and health related information? Are you ever tempted to self-diagnose or even self-medicate because of something you have read […]

Medications that can Cause Bone Loss, Falls and/or Fractures A variety of medications can increase bone loss and/or fall risk: Synthetic Glucocorticoids (e.g. Prednisone) Glucocorticoids are produced naturally by the […]

For those living with osteoporosis, there are a variety of treatment options available. The primary goal of treatment is to prevent or slow bone loss and reduce the risk of […]

As we work to adjust to our new normal during COVID-19, now more than ever, staying fracture-free is critical for anyone with osteoporosis. Healthcare systems are over-stretched, with general recommendations […]

Last week, Osteoporosis Canada heard a news story that suggested that there is an increased risk of developing osteonecrosis of bone if you are taking a bisphosphonate medication for osteoporosis. […]

Osteoporosis is a chronic condition that, if you are at high risk of fracture, requires treatment with an osteoporosis medication. There is currently no evidence that osteoporosis medications increase the […]