Prepared and reviewed by members of the Scientific Advisory Council of Osteoporosis Canada Calcium is essential for the achievement and maintenance of normal bone health. The current daily requirements for […]

BISPHOSPHONATES The most common family of drugs used to treat osteoporosis Bisphosphonates are the most common family of drugs used to treat osteoporosis. They are part of the group of […]

Throughout a full life with family and a demanding career, I did my best to stay fit, eat well and keep on top of health issues. But I did not […]

Video Series 2 Physiotherapists and Physiotherapy Assistants Long-term care video series 2 This series focuses on the role of physiotherapists and physiotherapy assistants for preventing falls and fractures in long-term […]

Osteoporosis Canada continues to advise Canadians to meet the Institute of Medicine established daily calcium requirement of 1000 -1200 mg, from dietary sources preferably, and to use supplements if this […]

In this free live cooking class with Emily Richards, Professional Home Economist, she demonstrates how to make the featured recipe – Chicken Cassoulet with 36g of protein and 175mg of calcium per […]

Calcium Adequate calcium intake can slow bone loss and reduce the risk of fracture Did you know? Bone is a living tissue, that is constantly renewing and repairing itself from […]

HARRY K. GENANT, MD (1942-2021) Osteoporosis Canada is saddened to announce the passing of Dr. Harry K. Genant, internationally renowned for his ground-breaking research in non-invasive and quantitative imaging methods […]

Calcium Calculator Milk & Alternatives Fruits & Vegetables Grains Legumes Proteins Other Calcium is essential for the achievement and maintenance of normal bone health and many other functions. Your current […]