PROVINCIAL DRUG COVERAGE AS OF FEBRUARY 2024 Coverage is under constant review and is subject to change. Access to a generic equivalent is generally reported to be identical to that […]

Important Changes to the Availability and Conditions of Use for Drugs Containing Calcitonin Calcitonin nasal spray for the treatment of osteoporosis is no longer available in Canada because of new […]

After The Fracture Table Of Contents Introduction General Information About Pain After A Fracture Three Stages of Pain from a Fracture Acute Pain – Immediately after a Fracture Sub-acute Pain […]

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 […]

When you are diagnosed with a disease like osteoporosis, going to medical appointments can be overwhelming. What type of questions should you ask and what information should you bring with […]

HEIGHT LOSS AND OSTEOPOROSIS 66% of broken bones in your back are painless. Are You Losing Height? It is normal to lose a little height as we get older… but […]

For those that choose a plant-based diet there can be a lot to learn about the types of foods that you need to consume to ensure you get the nutrients […]

St. Michael’s Hospital celebrates the 20th anniversary of the establishment of FLS St. Michael’s Hospital celebrates the 20th anniversary of the establishment of FLS St. Michael’s Hospital (SMH) in Toronto […]

Latest News PHAC Osteoporosis Key Findings August 18, 2021 Osteoporosis Canada has been working closely with the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) over the past few years assisting in […]