Osteoporosis can have a significant impact on our physical and emotional well-being including how broken bones and the diagnosis of osteoporosis can affect our sexuality and intimacy. Sexuality can be […]

SERMS Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators Raloxifene (Evista®) is from a family of drugs called SERMs (Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators). How Does Raloxifene Work? During their reproductive years, women produce significant […]

Accessibility Accessibility Accessibility for Ontarians With Disabilities Act (AODA) Accessibility for Ontarians With Disabilities Act (AODA) Osteoporosis Canada is committed to excellence in servicing all customers including people with disabilities. […]

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 […]

BONE MINERAL DENSITY TEST A BMD test can tell you whether or not you have osteoporosis Why Should I Get Tested? A risk factor assessment is an important first step […]

Osteoporosis Canada is saddened to learn of the passing of Canada’s head of state and the longest-reigning British monarch, Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II.

Prepared and reviewed by members of the Scientific Advisory Council of Osteoporosis Canada – Updated August 6, 2013 Calcitonin is a hormone found naturally in our bodies. A synthetic form […]

Risk Factors At least 1 in 3 women and 1 in 5 men will break a bone from osteoporosis. Did you know? Fractures from osteoporosis are more common than heart […]

Cook with OC Cook with OC Osteoporosis Canada is providing strategies, new ideas and recipes to help you get the bone building nutrients needed for bone health. Nutrition is a […]