Frequently Asked Questions What causes osteoporosis? No single cause for osteoporosis has been identified. However, certain factors – called risk factors – do seem to play a role in the […]
SCIENTIFIC ADVISORY COUNCIL We look to the best experts to inform our care guidelines for patients and care providers. Our Scientific Advisory Council (SAC) is made up of experts in […]
IMPACT REPORT 2017 “I thought my active lifestyle would insulate me from such things.” Colm MEET JOANNE & COLM When Joanne Kelly was diagnosed with osteoporosis in 2007, she wished […]
Dr. Adrian Lau, Dr. Rowena Ridout, Dr. Claudia Gagnon, Dr. Zahra Bardai, and Dr. Emma Billington. Recommendations from Osteoporosis Canada Rapid Response Team. What is a safe amount of alcohol […]
Latest News A New Clinical Practice Guideline for management of osteoporosis and fracture prevention in Canada October 10, 2023 On October 10, 2023, a new guideline on managing osteoporosis to […]
We are aware of recent media reports that long-term use of bisphosphonates for osteoporosis (sold under the names of Fosamax [alendronate] and Actonel [risedronate]) may be associated with the occurrence […]
We are aware of recent media reports that long-term use of bisphosphonates for osteoporosis (sold under the names of Fosamax [alendronate] and Actonel [risedronate]) may be associated with the occurrence […]
