Facts & Stats Learn more about osteoporosis and related fractures Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by low bone mass and deterioration of bone tissue which can lead to increased risk […]

Medical Conditions that can Cause Bone Loss, Falls and/or Fractures A variety of diseases or conditions can increase bone loss and/or fall risk. Some of the more common examples are […]

Work with us Careers Osteoporosis Canada (OC), a registered charity, is the only national organization providing services to people who have, or are at risk for, osteoporosis. OC is a […]

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 […]

ABOUT THE DISEASE What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a disease that slowly, quietly weakens bones, often going undiagnosed – even when it breaks them. Osteoporosis is caused by low bone […]

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 […]

HORMONE THERAPY (HT) Estrogen plays such an important role in maintaining bone. Hormone Therapy (HT) or estrogen/progesterone, is commonly used to relieve the symptoms of menopause. However, because estrogen plays […]

Each year, Alberta Health Services (the province wide, fully-integrated health system in Alberta) recognizes exceptional accomplishments by teams across the province through the President’s Excellence Awards.  Alberta’s Fracture Liaison Service […]