GLP-1 Medications and Aging: Benefits and Risks for Older Adults
GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro are gaining popularity among older adults not only for managing diabetes but also for their potential anti-aging effects. But alongside the benefits, there are real risks, especially for those over 65. Understanding both sides is key to making informed decisions that support healthy aging. GLP-1 drugs revolutionized the world […]
Keeping bones healthy after 60 with Prolia
Things to learn about treatment with denosumab After age 60, bones thin faster and fractures become more likely. Prolia (denosumab) is a twice-yearly injection that helps lower fracture risk by slowing the cells that break down bone. For many older adults at high risk, it is a practical option, provided the plan is organized and […]
Build Better Bone Strength. Meet the Bone Health Pack
Strong bones aren’t just about avoiding fractures. They’re about living life fully. Whether you’re chasing grandkids across the yard, hiking on weekends, or just getting through the day without that creaky, stiff feeling in your joints, your bone health plays a quiet but crucial role in how you move, feel, and function. The truth is, […]
New guidelines for treating osteoporosis in menopausal women
At the beginning of 2025, the American College of Physicians (ACP) updated its guidelines for therapy to reduce the risk of fractures in adults with primary osteoporosis or osteopenia (low bone mass). It was the first update since 2017. Among other recommendations, the new guidelines strongly recommend bisphosphonates as the initial therapy for postmenopausal women […]
Join the Fight Against Osteoporosis: Celebrate World Osteoporosis Day!
World Osteoporosis Day takes place every year on October 20th. It kicks off a year-long effort to spread awareness about strong bones and how to prevent, diagnose, and treat osteoporosis and other bone diseases. The International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) organizes this event. The campaign includes community events and local activities put together by national osteoporosis […]
Uncover Your Genetic Risk for Osteoporosis and Take Early Action
My mother has early-onset osteoporosis. As do all my aunts on her side of the family. I never really thought much about my possible genetic risk for osteoporosis until I had blood tests that revealed low estrogen. It turns out that estrogen is super important for bone density in women as they age. I’ll tell […]
Is Prolia (denosumab) an Option to Treat Osteoporosis in Early Menopause?
Osteoporosis usually affects older people, but it can also impact younger individuals, like women in their 20s, 30s, and 40s who still have regular periods. According to the Office on Women’s Health, “Early menopause occurs when a woman’s periods stop before the age of 45, and premature menopause occurs when her periods stop before the […]
May is National Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month
National Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month, observed each year in May, is dedicated to educating the public and raising awareness of the importance of osteoporosis prevention, screening, and treatment. The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) will be hosting a number of webinars and in-person seminars to raise awareness of how medical professionals and the […]
Keeping bones healthy as you age
One of the almost inevitable consequences of aging is a steady decline in the density of the prominent weight-bearing bones in the body. As these bones weaken, the risk of fractures increases dramatically, which makes keeping bones healthy an essential contributor to the overall quality of life. There are more than ten million people in […]
Steps you can take to build stronger bones
Osteoporosis is a silent disease. In most other conditions, people may notice signals the body sends, indicating something isn’t quite right. But when developing osteoporosis, the condition doesn’t rear its head until an external event causes a catastrophic outcome. It progresses slowly and steadily in the background as we continue our daily lives. The lucky […]
