World Osteoporosis Day, 20th October
Osteoporosis increases the risk of broken bones (fractures). Do you know whether you’re at risk of osteoporosis? Risk factors include age, disease, sex and medication.
Women are more prone to osteoporosis than men, but that isn’t the only thing that increases your risk. Medication, your lifestyle and family history can affect your risk of osteoporosis. In the UK, osteoporosis affects over 3,000,000 people, so it’s important to check the symptoms and contact your GP practice if you’re worried that you may be suffering from osteoporosis. You can assess your risk of osteoporosis with this quick quiz.
https://riskcheck.osteoporosis.foundation