Support groups, one of the online programs offered by Osteoporosis Canada, are all about connection. They connect people who not only live with osteoporosis but want to live well with […]

After The Spine Fracture Heals Sometimes back pain continues. The various stages of healing will take place over several months but the recovery of function and muscle strength can also be a […]

On Oct 28, 2014 a study on milk was published by Dr. Michaelsson of Uppsala University in Sweden. This study claims that high milk intake was associated with an increased […]

Peace Arch Hospital, BC Peace Arch Hospital, BC Establishment of A FLS Training and Mentorship Program for the Peace Arch Hospital in B.C. Establishment of A FLS Training and Mentorship […]

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 […]

Prepared and reviewed by members of the Scientific Advisory Council of Osteoporosis Canada – Updated August 6, 2013 Calcitonin is a hormone found naturally in our bodies. A synthetic form […]

In 15 of the studies the mean baseline vitamin D level was over 50 nmol/l which is higher than values seen in a significant number of Canadian men and women […]

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 […]

LONG TERM CARE Long Term Care Video Series Osteoporosis Canada, Ontario Osteoporosis Strategy, University of Waterloo and GERAS Centre for Aging Research are excited to announce the launch of four […]