A sneeze can cause fracture? How to prevent vertebral compression fractures

A sneeze can cause fracture? How to prevent vertebral compression fractures

Healthy bones have a dense, net-like structure formed by countless interconnected pillars. When these pillars become thin or weakened, leaving the bone porous, it leads to osteoporosis. A vertebral compression fracture occurs when a weakened spinal bone collapses under pressure. These fractures commonly affect people aged 65 and older and can happen while lifting objects — or even simply sneezing. What are the main causes? In Korea, 37 percent o…

2024 Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and Healthy Bones Australia guideline for osteoporosis management and fracture prevention in postmenopausal women and men over 50 years of age

Poor bone health is highly treatable with appropriate widely available lifestyle and dietary measures and pharmacological agents; the updated guideline is an evidence-based pragmatic tool to assist general practitioners in the day-to-day care of such patients in partnership with bone specialists

Vitamins are key to bone health. Learn how A, B, C, D, E and K strengthen your bones and prevent diseases such as osteoporosis.

Osteoporosis: will I be at risk?

There are several factors that determine bone health throughout life, including events that occur during childhood and adolescence. 

Rep. Sheila Jones’ Resolution Recognizes May as Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month in Georgia – Georgia House of Representatives

ATLANTA – State Representative Sheila Jones (D-Atlanta) introduced a resolution that recognizes May as Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month in Georgia. Sponsored by Rep. Jones, House Resolution 333, recognizing May 2025 as Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month, was adopted during the 2025 legislative session. “I am grateful to the Georgia House for adopting HR 333 … Continue reading "Rep. Sheila Jones’ Resolution Recognizes May as O…