Spine Fractures Broken bones in the spine are referred to as vertebral compression fractures or spine fractures. The spine is one of the most common sites of broken bones as […]

Although falls can happen to anyone, fall prevention is especially important for the elderly and individuals with osteoporosis who have a higher risk of breaking a bone during a fall, […]

Hip Fractures Hip fractures from osteoporosis are usually the result of a fall and most commonly occur in people in their late 70s or 80s. A broken hip will require hospitalization and […]

The pilot announced by the Canadian Celiac Association has been officially extended until March 31, 2024 and allows Ontario residents to be screened for celiac disease among other tests at […]

Calcium Supplementation When Your Doctor Advises You To Take A Calcium Supplement If you find it difficult to obtain the recommended amounts of calcium through diet alone, your physician may […]

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 […]

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 […]

On behalf of Osteoporosis Canada’s Scientific Advisory Consultants and Osteoporosis Canada, we would like to announce this year’s Lindy Fraser Award winner as chosen by the members of the SAC. […]

The new Canada’s Food Guide was released on Tuesday Jan 22nd. It is a modern approach to promoting healthy eating, making healthier eating choices easier for all Canadians. This new […]