Osteoporosis & You

Prevent Broken Bones

Poor bone health can lead to breaking a bone. This can have a big impact on the individual, their family, and is a serious medical consequence of having osteoporosis. Fortunately not everyone with diagnosed osteoporosis or osteopenia will break a…

Personal Stories

Hear about how our advocates were diagnosed and manage their osteoporosis

Diagnosis

How is osteoporosis diagnosed? Osteoporosis is diagnosed with a bone density scan (also referred to as DEXA scan, bone density test or bone mineral density test or by the medical name DXA test). It is a simple scan that measures the…

Treatment

Diagnosed osteoporosis requires prescribed treatment to protect bone health. Your medication will be prescribed by a GP or specialist. In Australia there are a range of treatment options available. You and your doctor will determine the best treatment for you,…

Find a Health Service

Find a Bone Health Service Near You Find Other Health Services Find a Physiotherapist via Australian Physiotherapy website Find an Endocrinologist via Hormones Australia website Find a Rheumatologist via Australian Rheumatology Association Find a GP, pharmacist, hospital , emergency department near you…

First Nations Australians

This page includes information for protecting bone health in First Nations Australians. Common health problems are often related to poor bone health, as well as, having a fall, and breaking a bone.  Bone health message Are your bones healthy?  Your…