Resources: Osteoporosis

Over 10 million American suffer from Osteoporosis, a disease characterized by low-bone mass and deterioration of bone tissue, thus leading to weak bones and a greater risk of fractures. About 34 million more are believed to have low-bone mass. Eighty percent of those affected are women. According to Surgeon General's report, half of all Americans over 50 will have weak bones by the year 2020, if they do not adopt lifestyle changes.

Thus, today we present a list of resources where you can find important and useful information about osteoporosis:

National Osteoporosis Foundation
(800) 223-9994
www.nof.org

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
www.aaos.org

NIH Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases -- National Resource Center
(800) 624-2663
www.osteo.org

To receive a printed copy of Surgeon General's Report on Bone Health and Osteoporosis, call (866) 718-2663

'Best Bones Forever' Campaign for young girls: Visit http://www.bestbonesforever.gov/ which promotes optimal bone health among girls ages 9 to 12. You may also visit http://www.girlshealth.gov/nutrition/bonehealth/eating-for-strong-bones.html .