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Lila de Tantillo

Lila de Tantillo

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posted 04/01/2008, comments (0)

After an Osteoporosis Hip Fracture: Recovering at the Hospital

Suffering a hip fracture can be the most devastating consequence of osteoporosis. When those crucial bones shatter, it can destroy various aspects of life previously taken for granted - including one's mobility, independence and overall health. In the worst case, the injury may trigger a cascade of negative events and even... Read moreChevron
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Lila de Tantillo

Lila de Tantillo

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posted 03/11/2008, comments (3)

Bisphosphonates and Osteonecrosis of the Jaw

There has been much discussion among doctors, dentists and patients about the benefits of bisphosphonate medications (such as Fosamax, Actonel, Boniva and Reclast) and the potential risk of osteonecrosis of the jaw. This condition, which involves painful, exposed bone in the jaw that does not heal normally, has been linked for some time... Read moreChevron
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Lila de Tantillo

Lila de Tantillo

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posted 11/14/2007, comments (0)

Generic Fosamax: Osteoporosis Rx Controversy Heats Up

There is a fascinating, if a bit troubling, controversy going on in England over osteoporosis drugs. Doctors and patients alike -- more than 20,000 in total -- have signed a petition in protest of a proposed government move to make alendronate (essentially the generic version of Fosamax) the default prescription medicine to treat osteoporosis.... Read moreChevron
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Lila de Tantillo

Lila de Tantillo

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posted 11/11/2007, comments (0)

Zoledronic Acid Approved in Canada for Postmenopausal Osteoporosis

Zoledronic acid, a once-yearly infusion, has been approved by Health Canada for treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis. Known as Reclast in the U.S., the bisphosphonate medication received FDA approval for that purpose just a few months ago. It will be sold as Aclasta in Canada and will help provide osteoporosis patients in the country one more... Read moreChevron
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Lila de Tantillo

Lila de Tantillo

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posted 11/09/2007, comments (0)

Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, Warns Youth about Osteoporosis

The Duchess of Cornwall has made yet another heartfelt plea for osteoporosis awareness -- this time directing her words at young people. While receiving an award for her ongoing outreach regarding the disease, she called on youths to maintain a healthy diet and regular exercise to help preserve their bone health. It's wonderful to see Camilla... Read moreChevron
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