This is such an important issue to address as bone loss can't be reversed, so prevention is key. And, osteoporosis, according to the International Osteoporosis Foundation, is one of the most common and debilitating chronic diseases.
The IOF reports that around the world, "one in three women and one in five men over the age of 50 will suffer an osteoporotic fracture. Although more common in older people, osteoporosis can also affect younger people."
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This is such an important issue to address as bone loss can't be reversed, so prevention is key. And, osteoporosis, according to the International Osteoporosis Foundation, is one of the most common and debilitating chronic diseases.
The IOF reports that around the world, "one in three women and one in five men over the age of 50 will suffer an osteoporotic fracture. Although more common in older people, osteoporosis can also affect younger people."
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