National Osteoporosis Foundation

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Osteoporosis is a systemic disease causing bones to become porous and more susceptible to fractures of especially the spine, hip and wrist. 1 in 3 women and 1 in 5 men will get this disease (potentially 4-6million South Africans).

Osteoporosis is called the Silent Epidemic because there are usually no symptoms until you fracture a bone. Once considered a normal part of ageing, we now know that osteoporosis can also affect young individuals. It is a serious disease and the cause of much pain and suffering. Up to 20% of people die after a hip fracture and more than 50% of the rest will never live independently again. This disease can be prevented and if you already suffer from osteoporosis, it can be treated with a variety of available medications - unfortunately only a small percentage of patients have access to the effective diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis.

• NOFSA supports the Bone and Joint Decade. • Download NOFSA's 2012 statement on Calcium here • Download our latest Newsletter here 6th NOFSA -IOF ADVANCED TRAINING COURSE WITH/ DXA-OPERATOR COURSE CAPE TOWN: 22-24 FEB 2013 • Click here to download the scientific programme


Find out more about currently active projects. Read about our objectives and how you can help out within the community and help bring awerness and eduction about osteoporosis.

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