Osteoporosis
Experts warn results of new vitamin D and calcium supplement study may cause confusion
A new study that suggests vitamin D and calcium supplements do not reduce the risk of bone fractures in healthy older people may cause confusion, bone health experts warn. Continue reading
Fibre-rich foods may lower autoimmune disease risk and improve bone health
Fibre-rich diets seem to lead to better bone health and lower the risk of autoimmune diseases says research in Nature Communications. Continue reading
Teriparatide may lower fracture risk in women with osteoporosis
Postmenopausal women with severe osteoporosis could have a lower risk of new fractures when treated with a drug called teriparatide compared with risedronate, according to new findings. Continue reading
Mediterranean diet protects older people from becoming frail, says new review
Following the Mediterranean diet may reduce the risk of frailty in older people says a review published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. Continue reading
Women who discontinue bisphosphonates for two years or more have higher hip fracture risk
Women who take a drug holiday from bisphosphonates for more than two years may have a higher risk of hip fracture than those who continue their treatment, according to a large new study. Continue reading
