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Your Body Wash Could Make You More Likely to Break a Bone
Want to reduce your osteoporosis risk? You may want to check the ingredients list on your personal care products.

How Sleep Affects Your Osteoporosis Risk
Did you know that a lack of quality sleep can harm your bone health? Here’s what you can do to combat the effects.

How to Keep Up With the Grandkids Despite Osteoporosis
There's nothing like the feeling of spending time with your grandchildren. But when you have osteoporosis, how do you ensure quality time isn't hard on your bones?

10 Myths About Osteoporosis
Learning the facts about bone health can help you take steps to reduce your risk of developing osteoporosis.

Osteopenia Treatment: 9 Drug-Free Steps to Take
Learn about the different treatment options available and find out the actions you can take right now to lower your risk.

The Link Between Osteoporosis/Osteopenia and Psoriatic Arthritis and How to Protect Your Bones
Read the science behind the connection between psoriatic arthritis and osteoporosis and osteopenia, as well as tips for preventing bone damage.

Osteoporosis and Fragility Fractures: What You Should Know
Get the facts about reducing your risk of osteoporosis, straight from the clinical director of the National Osteoporosis Foundation.

Osteoporosis: What You Can Do Now to Reduce Your Risk
While most women don't see the effects of osteoporosis until later in life, there are things you can do when you’re young to reduce the risk.

Could Weakened Bones Signal Dementia Risk?
Several studies have suggested that osteoporosis — thinning bones — is associated with an increased risk for cognitive changes, dementia, and memory loss.

Do You Need Surgery for Vertebral Fractures?
When pain medications and rest aren’t enough to reduce pain from a vertebral fracture, surgery may be necessary.