GM » Osteoporosis
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A round-up of the latest osteoporosis news for healthcare professionals. Established in 1970, GM provides readers with news, clinical research, white papers, online issues, and events, in order to support their continuing professional development.
GM » Osteoporosis
1y ago
Lung cancer patients who begin to use opioids following surgery are at increased risk of death from any cause within the next two years, according to new research ..read more
GM » Osteoporosis
2y ago
Increasing calcium and protein intake through dairy foods could help to reduce the risk of falls and fractures in older care home residents, according to new research published in the ..read more
GM » Osteoporosis
2y ago
Patients with severe osteoporosis who are at high risk of fracture could benefit from a new treatment after NICE recommended it for post-menopausal women in new draft guidance ..read more
GM » Osteoporosis
2y ago
More than 50,000 life-altering fractures could be avoided if preventative services were made available more widely, according to a new report released from the Royal College of Physicians ..read more
GM » Osteoporosis
2y ago
A new European survey reveals that bone specialists believe osteoporosis and fragility fractures are neglected and under prioritised by their healthcare systems, and action needs to be taken. ..read more
GM » Osteoporosis
2y ago
A survey commissioned by Age UK has found that millions of older people are worried about falling over, with 4.3 million (36%) saying it topped their list of concerns. Falls contribute significantly to hip fractures in older people, many of which are preventable ..read more
GM » Osteoporosis
2y ago
The Royal Osteoporosis Society (ROS) has launched a Research Roadmap to develop better treatment methods and work towards a cure for osteoporosis. ..read more
GM » Osteoporosis
2y ago
A new treatment for severe osteoporosis has received a positive opinion recommending marketing authorisation from the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use ..read more
GM » Osteoporosis
2y ago
There is currently not enough evidence to support taking vitamin D to prevent and treat Covid-19, according to a new rapid evidence review from NICE ..read more
GM » Osteoporosis
2y ago
Individuals face a higher risk of dying following hip fractures and living alone after experiencing a hip fracture may further elevate this risk ..read more