OC Replay

There are all types of urgent situations that you need to be ready for including climate and environmental disasters like extreme heat and cold, wildfires and severe weather, flooding, power failures, health emergencies and fire. Emergencies can occur suddenly and without any advance warning and if you have a chronic illness like osteoporosis and are limited in mobility due to fractures or are at risk of fracture you need to know what you need to do to protect yourself, prevent injury and stay safe.

Join us with Sarah Rydahl, Registered Physiotherapist for Emergency Preparedness to learn about how to plan, prepare and protect yourself, your household and community in the event of an emergency.

There are many benefits to medication induced weight loss on an individual’s overall health, however, there are also implications on bone and muscle health that need to be considered and managed.

Join us with Dr. Claudia Gagnon on June 4th as she speaks to how GLP-1 treatments are changing not only appetites but individual habits, the strategies needed to mitigate bone and muscle loss in the context of medical weight loss and nutrient and exercise recommendations.

Join Osteoporosis Canada with Dr. Caitlin McArthur, Associate Professor in the School of Physiotherapy at Dalhousie University, who will be hosting four webinars focusing on different summer activities and sports. There is nothing better than enjoying water sports on a hot summer day!  Paddling in a canoe or kayak and swimming are fun ways to stay active but if you have osteoporosis, you should be aware of movements that may need to be modified for safety.

Join Osteoporosis Canada with Dr. Caitlin McArthur, Associate Professor in the School of Physiotherapy at Dalhousie University, who will be hosting four webinars focusing on different summer activities and sports. Warmer temperatures and longer days for many means joining a community league, planning cycling trips and hiking local trails. Each sport and activity provides benefits for social benefits including connecting with others and nature in addition to the physical benefits. If you have osteoporosis, learn how you can continue to enjoy these activities safely.