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Does air pollution affect osteoporosis? Science finds a connection

Effects were most evident in the lumbar spine.

Fortune

Air pollution speeds bone loss from osteoporosis: Research

According to a new study headed by scientists at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health, elevated levels of air pollution are linked to bone deterioration in postmenopausal women. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Breaking bones in childhood more than doubles the odds of it happening again as an adult, study finds

Breaking a bone in childhood is not just a rite of passage. It could be a warning sign of future fracture risk and osteoporosis.

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Promoting proper bone health

October is a health-conscious month. Besides Breast Cancer Awareness Month, there's also World Cerebral Palsy Day (Oct 6), World Mental Health Day (Oct 10), World Arthritis Day (Oct 12) and other observances.

Bangkok Post

7 surprising things you can do to help build bone density

Glugging calcium is certainly not the only thing when it comes to strong, healthy bones. By Sam Wylie-Harris.

The Independent UK

World Osteoporosis Day: 7 surprising things you can do to help build bone density

Glugging calcium is certainly not the only thing when it comes to strong, healthy bones. By Sam Wylie-Harris.

The Independent UK

Camilla urges older people to check their risk of developing osteoporosis

The Queen Consort said the illness caused the deaths of her mother and grandmother during a time it was “rarely diagnosed” and “seldom discussed”.

The Independent UK

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Mother who cracked her ribs from sneezing is diagnosed with incurable condition

Sarah Duffy, 34, from Greater Manchester is in excruciating pain

The Independent UK

Woman 'terrified of sneezing' too scared to hug family for fear of breaking brittle bones

'Scans and tests showed that, despite being in my 20s at the time, I had the bones of a woman in her 70s or 80s'

Wales Online

Weight lifting benefits from lowering heart attack risk by up to 70% to stronger bones

Weight lifting, or resistance exercise, has been deemed one of the healthiest ways to work out. The benefits are many – from keeping the heart healthy, lowering diabetes risk, keeping osteoporosis at bay and fat loss

Daily Mirror

Delicious drink can help lower blood pressure in an hour and reduce osteoporosis risk

High blood pressure damages arteries that can become blocked and prevent blood flow to the heart muscle. Certain foods and drinks are shown to impact a person’s blood pressure reading, both positively and negatively, with one delicious drink shown to work quickly at helping to lower your reading

Daily Mirror

Dumfries and Galloway health chiefs told to apologise over unreasonable delay to osteoporosis treatment

The Scottish Public Services Ombudsman also found there had been failings in communication between the patient and staff at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary

Daily Record

‘I’ve gone and done it’ – Climber, 82, bags final Munro

Nick Gardner has completed the impressive feat of scaling all of Scotland’s highest peaks.

The Independent UK

Scottish walker, 82, completes mission to climb every Munro

Nick Gardner bagged Cairn Gorm on Saturday, ending his quest in aid of Alzheimer’s and osteoporosis charities

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Benzinga

Recap Of Wednesday's Biotech Catalysts - End Of the Day Summary

Bristol Myers Squibb (NYSE:BMY) and 2seventy bio (NASDAQ:TSVT) announced positive topline results from KarMMa-3, a Phase 3 study evaluating Abecma (idecabtagene vicleucel) compared to standard combination regimens in adults with multiple myeloma that is relapsed and refractory. Bristol Myers shares traded in a range of $73.95 to $75.32 on a day volume…

The Independent UK

Daily handful of prunes could protect women against osteoporosis, new research shows

The dried snack contains chemicals that act as prebiotics - plant foods that fuel good bacteria

Benzinga

Bone Health Focused Radius Health Goes Private In $890M Deal

Radius Health Inc (NASDAQ:RDUS) will be acquired by Gurnet Point Capital and Patient Square Capital in a transaction valued at approximately $890 million, including the assumption of debt and assuming full payment of the CVR (Contingent Value Right). Gurnet Point and Patient Square will pay $10.00 per share in cash plus a…

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Mayo Clinic Q and A: Osteoporosis and exercise

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My 70-year-old mother is an active person. She enjoys being outdoors, hiking and boating, and regularly playing tennis with a group of other women. Recently, she was diagnosed with osteoporosis and is worried about maintaining her active lifestyle for fear of injury. Can she continue to exercise?…

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Osteoporosis dad who broke his foot SIX times told by GP 'problem was psychological'

As a study reveals osteoporosis in men is often overlooked by medics, patient James Simon* waited years for a diagnosis and had to quit his job as a police officer.

Tribune News Service

Mayo Clinic Q and A: Osteoporosis and a bone-healthy diet

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I was recently diagnosed with osteoporosis and my health care team suggested that I eat a bone-healthy diet to prevent more issues and maintain strong bones as I age. What is osteoporosis, and how can I maintain a bone-healthy diet?

Liverpool Echo

Five problems with teeth which can mean more serious health issues

Your mouth can reveal a number of conditions and it's important to take action if you spot any of these signs

Daily Mirror

How to improve mobility as exercise found to reduce risk of osteoporosis by 22%

Regular exercise is vital when it comes to reducing mobility issues and the risk of osteoporosis. Here an expert discusses the best form of exercise to reduce the risk of serious falls and weakened bones

Tribune News Service

Consumer Health: Osteoporosis and exercise

May is National Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month, which makes this a good time to learn more about this bone disease. Osteoporosis affects approximately 10 million people in the U.S., 80% of whom are women, according to the Office on Women's Health.

The Guardian - UK

Osteoporosis patients should not be afraid to exercise regularly, say experts

UK’s first exercise guidance on bone disease affecting 3m in Britain encourages people to move more

The Independent UK

People with weakened bones urged not to be ‘afraid of exercise’

Some people with osteoporosis are ‘fearful’ exercise could make their pain worse.

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