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Osteoporosis affects approximately 1 in 4 Canadian women. Unfortunately, even more will be affected over the next few decades as our population ages.
Prevention, detection and treatment are important because osteoporosis can lead to fractures and fractures can lead to disability and loss of independence.
The good news is there are many things you can do to prevent osteoporosis or to slow its progression if you have it. This includes getting enough calcium, vitamin D and exercise.
Wondering what you can do to keep your bones strong and healthy?
Talk to your doctor and watch ReelHealth-Osteoporosis.
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Prevention, detection and treatment are important because osteoporosis can lead to fractures and fractures can lead to disability and loss of independence.
The good news is there are many things you can do to prevent osteoporosis or to slow its progression if you have it. This includes getting enough calcium, vitamin D and exercise.
Wondering what you can do to keep your bones strong and healthy?
Talk to your doctor and watch ReelHealth-Osteoporosis.
Sponsored by Brant Arts Dispensary www.brantarts.ca
Coproduced by TVCogeco and Agro Health Associates
Always speak with your doctor before making any changes that may impact your health. ReelHealth is designed for informational purposes only. It is not designed to replace your doctor’s advice.
Looking for more information?
If so, visit or contact:
Osteoporosis Canada
www.osteoporosis.ca
Head Office:
Tel. 416-696-2663
Toll-free (English) 1-800-463-6842
Toll-free (French) 1-800-977-1778
Local chapters can be found by contacting the 1-800 numbers or by visiting their website.
Osteoporosis Canada provides:
• Useful information and resources on osteoporosis.
• Support groups.
• The Canadian Osteoporosis Patient Network, including a free electronic newsletter.
Oakville Bone Centre – Support Group
331 Sheddon Ave, Suite 209
Oakville, ON
L6J 1X8
Tel. 905-844-5677
Fax. 905-844-8966
www.oakvillebonecentre.com
Hamilton Osteoporosis Diagnostic Services Inc
25 Charlton Avenue East
Hamilton, ON
L8N 1Y2
(905) 529-0555
Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide
www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fn-an/food-guide-aliment/index_e.html
Canada’s Physical Activity Guide to Healthy Active Living for Older Adults
www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/pau-uap/paguide/index.html
