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Severity of Facial Wrinkles May Predict Bone Density in Early Menopause, Study Suggests
June 4, 2011 — A new study finds that the worse a woman's skin wrinkles are during the first few years of menopause, the lower her bone density ... > full story -
Effects of Celiac Disease on Bone Mineral Density Are Pronounced in Lumbar Spine Than Femoral Neck
May 26, 2011 — Patients with celiac disease are more than 4.5 times more likely to develop osteoporosis compared to healthy people in an age and gender matched cohort with no identifiable risk factors for ... > full story -
Increasing Daily Calcium Will Not Reduce the Risk of Fractures in Later Life, Study Suggests
May 24, 2011 — While moderate amounts of calcium (around 700 mg a day) are vital for maintaining healthy bones, there is no need to start increasing calcium intake in order to reduce the risk of fractures or ... > full story -
A Direct Path for Understanding and Treating Brittle Bones
May 22, 2011 — Researchers have new insights into the means by which bone cells produce new bone in response to mechanical stresses, such as exercise. New findings lay a path for developing new strategies for ... > full story -
Common Medicine Used to Combat Osteoporosis Can Cause Fractures, Study Finds
May 5, 2011 — Bisphosphonates are a common medication used to combat osteoporosis. But they can also cause fractures, according to new ... > full story -
Common Blood Disorder May Be a Risk Factor for Fractures
May 2, 2011 — A common blood disorder, hyponatremia, may be a risk factor for fractures in elderly patients, new research shows. The studysuggests that it may be beneficial to screen elderly patients with ... > full story -
Before You Start Bone-Building Meds, Try Dietary Calcium and Supplements, Experts Urge
May 2, 2011 — Has a bone density scan placed you at risk for osteoporosis, leading your doctor to prescribe a widely advertised bone-building medication? Not so fast! A new study finds that an effective first ... > full story -
Americans Still May Not Be Getting Enough Calcium
April 27, 2011 — Americans may not be getting enough calcium in their diets, according to a new study. This study is unique among those focusing on calcium intake in the US population because both dietary and ... > full story -
Study Adds Weight to Link Between Calcium Supplements and Heart Problems
April 19, 2011 — New research adds to mounting evidence that calcium supplements increase the risk of cardiovascular events, particularly heart attacks, in older ... > full story -
Estrogen Treatment With No Side Effects in Sight, Swedish Researchers Find
April 11, 2011 — Estrogen treatment for osteoporosis has often been associated with serious side effects. Researchers in Sweden have now, in mice, found a way of utilizing the positive effects of estrogen in mice so ... > full story
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