The new Canada’s Food Guide was released on Tuesday Jan 22nd. It is a modern approach to promoting healthy eating, making healthier eating choices easier for all Canadians. This new […]

Living with osteoporosis is a unique journey for each of us. For those with mild osteoporosis there may be little impact on how you live – while for others with […]

Members in action Did you know? ASBMR Osteoporosis Canada will be releasing updated Osteoporosis Management Clinical Guidelines in the fall of 2019. Along with a steering committee, working groups have […]

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 […]

HOW GOOD IS YOUR BONE HEALTH?   KNOW YOUR RISK. Thank you for completing the Osteoporosis Canada Know Your Risk quiz. One or more of your responses were highlighted as potential risk […]

An atypical femoral fracture is an uncommon type of hip fracture which has been associated with long term use of certain osteoporosis medications. This type of hip fracture affects the […]

What is osteoporosis? THE “SILENT THIEF” Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by low bone mass and deterioration of bone tissue, which can lead to increased risk of fracture. Known as […]

With 80% of Canadians suffering from a fragility fracture and not receiving appropriate treatment, Horizon Health Network identified the need for a Fracture Liaison Service (FLS) to reduce care gap individuals with osteoporosis in Fredericton and surrounding areas.

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. […]