3Osteoporosis is a major health and economic problem and is increasingly common with age in both men and women. Having strong bones reduces your risk of osteoporosis. Most people are not aware that we reach our highest bone strength by age 30. After that, overtime, we naturally lose bone strength as we age. For most of us, however, the process of bone loss can be slowed down. Prevention and early treatment are essential.

Bone Health Basics: Tips for Preventing and Managing Osteoporosis provides easy-to-understand information for people with osteoporosis and for people who want to know more about their bone health and prevent future fractures. You will learn:

- how your bones work

- how to prevent bone loss

- how to prevent a fracture from occurring

- how your bones are affected when you have osteoporosis

Discover how to self-manage your bone health and become familiar with recommended treatment options for men and women. Understand how osteoporosis relates to you so you can ask the right questions and get the information you need to make relevant and timely decisions about your own health.