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Male Osteoporosis: That News Story About Men and Osteoporosis

Craig Stoltz
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A veteran health journalist, I spent six years as editor of The...

Craig Stoltz

Wednesday, August 08, 2007
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A number of news organizations reported yesterday that a study shows some older men may benefit from osteoporosis screening and treatment. This is true. But this is an unusual type of study, one that has very few implications for individuals. Let's look.Bottom line first: Screening and Treatment ...
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    Lila de Tantillo
    Friday, August 10, 2007 at 10:54 AM
    These are some terrific insights, Craig. I especially appreciated your point about how no study is a replacement for frank one-one-one consultation with your doctor.
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    Terry
    Monday, September 01, 2008 at 01:56 PM

    This is fine for older men but I was diagnosed at 46. Doctors don't even think about osteoporosis in men under 70. Doctors should look for risk factors sooner.

     

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