Your bones are a big deal. Think of them as the framework for life — without bones, you can’t do anything, really.
But unless you’re in a cast or hobbling around on crutches, you’re probably not thinking about your spectacular skeleton as much as you should. And that can lead to serious consequences.
Everyone experiences age-related bone loss. It’s natural. But women are more likely to develop osteoporosis — a disease that weakens the bones. Of the 10 million people in the United States that have osteoporosis, 8 out of 10 are women. And half of all women over the age of 50 will break a bone because of osteoporosis.
The good news is that you can take steps to reduce your risk of getting injured and be proactive about your bone health at any age. The first step is talking to your healthcare provider (HCP).
We know it’s hard to remember all the questions you should ask, so we made it easy: Follow the plan below for tips on how to prepare for your appointment and a list of questions to go over with your HCP.
Prepare for your visit
General questions to ask your HCP
After a screening test
If you have low bone density
This educational resource was created with support from Amgen and UBC.
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