POSITION STATEMENTS
For General Public
POSITION STATEMENTS
For General Public
How Does Calcium Affect Bone Health and Fracture Risk?
On September 29, 2015, two research articles were published online in the British Medical Journal (BMJ) concerning the effect of calcium intake on bone mineral density (BMD) and fracture reduction. […]
Swedish Milk Study
In a study published on Oct 28, 2014 by Dr. Michaelsson of Uppsala University, Sweden in the BMJ, high milk intake was associated with an increased rate of death in […]
Despite Recent Studies, Calcium and Vitamin D Remain Important Nutrients for Overall Bone Health
A recent report by the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) suggests that low doses of vitamin D up to 400 IU daily and calcium supplements up to 1000 mg […]
Calcium is Good – Are Calcium Supplements Bad?
It is well known that calcium is a necessary nutrient because it plays an essential role in human health, not only for bone development but also for the heart, muscle […]
Prolia and Atypical Fractures
There has been recent media coverage concerning a rare atypical femoral fracture that may be a side effect of denosumab (Prolia), an osteoporosis medication manufactured by Amgen. Osteoporosis Canada’s Scientific […]
New Study Confirms that Potential Side Effect of Bisphosphonate Therapy on the Eyes is Very Rare
A recently released Canadian research study confirms what has been shown in past preliminary studies; – inflammation of the eye as a possible side effect of bisphosphonate therapy is very […]
The reported link between a high annual dose of vitamin D and falls and fractures.
VITAMIN D IS VERY IMPORTANT TO OUR BONE HEALTH When taken in the appropriate amount, vitamin D decreases our risk of falling and breaking bones. It is very common to […]
Fosamax and atrial fibrillation: Osteoporosis Canada responds
We are aware of recent press reports concerning the link between two drugs for osteoporosis (alendronate and zoledronate) and the occurrence of a heart condition characterized by an irregular heart […]
Osteoporosis Canada statement on esophageal cancer and bisphosphonate use
No link between the use of bisphosphonates and the risk of cancer of the esophagus or stomach has also been noted in a recent large study from the UK. This […]
How Does Calcium Affect Bone Health and Fracture Risk?
On September 29, 2015, two research articles were published online in the British Medical Journal (BMJ) concerning the effect of calcium intake on bone mineral density (BMD) and fracture reduction. […]
Swedish Milk Study
In a study published on Oct 28, 2014 by Dr. Michaelsson of Uppsala University, Sweden in the BMJ, high milk intake was associated with an increased rate of death in […]
Despite Recent Studies, Calcium and Vitamin D Remain Important Nutrients for Overall Bone Health
A recent report by the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) suggests that low doses of vitamin D up to 400 IU daily and calcium supplements up to 1000 mg […]
Calcium is Good – Are Calcium Supplements Bad?
It is well known that calcium is a necessary nutrient because it plays an essential role in human health, not only for bone development but also for the heart, muscle […]
Prolia and Atypical Fractures
There has been recent media coverage concerning a rare atypical femoral fracture that may be a side effect of denosumab (Prolia), an osteoporosis medication manufactured by Amgen. Osteoporosis Canada’s Scientific […]
New Study Confirms that Potential Side Effect of Bisphosphonate Therapy on the Eyes is Very Rare
A recently released Canadian research study confirms what has been shown in past preliminary studies; – inflammation of the eye as a possible side effect of bisphosphonate therapy is very […]
The reported link between a high annual dose of vitamin D and falls and fractures.
VITAMIN D IS VERY IMPORTANT TO OUR BONE HEALTH When taken in the appropriate amount, vitamin D decreases our risk of falling and breaking bones. It is very common to […]
Fosamax and atrial fibrillation: Osteoporosis Canada responds
We are aware of recent press reports concerning the link between two drugs for osteoporosis (alendronate and zoledronate) and the occurrence of a heart condition characterized by an irregular heart […]
Osteoporosis Canada statement on esophageal cancer and bisphosphonate use
No link between the use of bisphosphonates and the risk of cancer of the esophagus or stomach has also been noted in a recent large study from the UK. This […]