Calcium Rich Foods Calcium: An Important Nutrient That Builds Stronger Bones Bone is living tissue, constantly renewing itself. Although bone is strong and relatively flexible, everyday wear and tear causes […]

Last week, Osteoporosis Canada heard a news story that suggested that there is an increased risk of developing osteonecrosis of bone if you are taking a bisphosphonate medication for osteoporosis. […]

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 […]

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 […]

A UNIQUE WAY TO CREATE AWARENESS ABOUT BONE HEALTH Attendees of Toronto Fashion Week saw something unusual on the catwalk this year: a line of innovative fashions incorporating bubble wrap! […]

Healthcare Providers Guideline and Recommendations Find information and links to the 2023 Clinical Practice Guideline and Exercise and Long-Term Care Recommendations. Learn about Osteoporosis Canada’s Scientific Advisory Council (SAC). VIEW […]

OSTEOPOROSIS AND OSTEOARTHRITIS The prefix “osteo” (which means “bone”) is the only thing that osteoporosis and osteoarthritis have in common. Despite the fact that osteoporosis, arthritis and osteoarthritis (a form […]

Treatments Did you know? Osteoporosis leads to fragility fractures. These are broken bones that happen from a minor injury but that have major consequences such as pain, disability and sometimes […]

I am 75 years old. Six months ago, I thought that “zoom” was a word that little boys and girls used when they were playing with toy cars. However, since […]