Osteoporosis News and Research

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M-CUBE aims to take MRI technology to the next level

It is hard to see inside the human body, but because it is vital for diagnosing certain illnesses, several techniques have been developed and perfected over the last century.

25 Sep 2020

$Novel tool uses fat to diagnose musculoskeletal disease and predict falls, fractures$

Novel tool uses fat to diagnose musculoskeletal disease and predict falls, fractures

Doctors will soon be able to use fat to diagnose musculoskeletal disease within seconds and predict the risk of falls and fractures in older people, thanks to a world-leading tool developed by Melbourne researchers.

18 Sep 2020

WSU researchers use soy to improve post-operative treatment of bone cancer

Researchers in recent years have demonstrated the health benefits of soy, linking its consumption to reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, obesity, cancer and improved bone health.

15 Sep 2020

High levels of steroids put asthma patients at greater risk of serious side-effects

More than one quarter of asthma patients have been prescribed potentially dangerous amounts of steroid tablets, with researchers warning this puts them at greater risk of serious side-effects.

14 Sep 2020

Study uncovers the locus of male sexual desire in the brain

The locus of male sexual desire has been uncovered in specific regions of brain tissue where a key gene named aromatase is present, reports a new Northwestern Medicine study in mice.

12 Sep 2020

Heat and gut microbiota promote stronger bones

Osteoporosis, a bone disease linked to ageing, is characterized by a loss of bone density, micro-architectural deterioration of the bones and an increased risk of fractures.

11 Sep 2020

A historic partnership to develop evidence-based guidelines for clinical care and practice

The Endocrine Society and the European Society of Endocrinology (ESE) have reached an historic agreement to jointly develop Clinical Practice Guidelines providing evidence-based recommendations for clinical care and practice.

10 Sep 2020

Vitamin D levels in the blood may be a better predictor of future health and disease risks

Free, circulating vitamin D levels in the blood may be a better predictor of future health risks in aging men, according to a study being presented at e-ECE 2020.

7 Sep 2020

UTA’s College of Nursing and Health Innovation named 2020 NLN Center of Excellence

The University of Texas at Arlington's nursing program is one of 17 nationwide to be named a 2020 NLN Center of Excellence by the National League for Nursing, which also awarded scholarships to two deserving UTA students.

31 Aug 2020

Young children’s early eating habits linked to later autistic-like personality traits

New research from Edith Cowan University has shown a link between young children’s early eating habits and higher levels of traits associated with autism as adults.

27 Aug 2020

$Study identifies link between hip fracture risk and nanoscale bone inflexibility$

Study identifies link between hip fracture risk and nanoscale bone inflexibility

The study led by Imperial College London found that flexibility, as well as density, in the bone nanostructure is an important factor in assessing how likely someone is to suffer fractures.

26 Aug 2020

New surgical approach is highly acceptable among women with ovarian cancer risk

A new two-stage surgical approach for cancer prevention is highly acceptable among premenopausal women at high risk of ovarian cancer, according to research led by Queen Mary University of London.

24 Aug 2020

$Prolonged use of bisphosphonates increases risk of atypical femur fractures$

Prolonged use of bisphosphonates increases risk of atypical femur fractures

The risk of atypical femur fractures increases with prolonged use of bisphosphonates, drugs commonly used to treat osteoporosis, according to a new study.

24 Aug 2020

Declining milk consumption trends among children may affect future health

Fluid milk consumption among children is vital, as adequate consumption of dairy products, especially during childhood, has beneficial health outcomes later in life.

18 Aug 2020

High intensity physical activity in early life can prevent osteoporosis in later life

High intensity physical activity in early life might help maximise peak hip strength and prevent osteoporosis in later life, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open from researchers at the University of Bristol.

18 Aug 2020

FDA issues final rule to establish compliance requirements for fermented and hydrolyzed foods

Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a final rule to establish compliance requirements for fermented and hydrolyzed foods, or foods that contain fermented or hydrolyzed ingredients, and that bear the "gluten-free" claim. The rule pertains to foods such as soy sauce, yogurt, sauerkraut, pickles, cheese and green olives.

12 Aug 2020

Researchers develop new strategies to treat osteoporosis

A research team from the National University of Singapore (NUS) has identified a new avenue to maintain bone health while reducing bone resorption.

12 Aug 2020

Study identifies factors that influence women's decisions regarding therapy options

Removal of the ovaries before natural menopause (surgical menopause) often exacerbates menopause symptoms and places women at increased risk for heart disease, osteoporosis, and cognitive decline.

12 Aug 2020

Oxytocin can aid in the control and prevention of osteoporosis

Oxytocin, produced by the hypothalamus and sometimes known as the "love hormone" for its involvement in pair bonding and orgasm, can be a strong ally in the control and prevention of osteoporosis, according to a study by scientists at São Paulo State University in Brazil.

10 Aug 2020

Bisphosphonates may be safe and beneficial for osteoarthritis patients

Bisphosphonates (a class of drugs that prevent the loss of bone density and used to treat osteoporosis and similar diseases) appear to be safe and beneficial for osteoarthritis patients.

5 Aug 2020

Osteoporosis News and Research

Latest Osteoporosis News and Research

M-CUBE aims to take MRI technology to the next level

Novel tool uses fat to diagnose musculoskeletal disease and predict falls, fractures

WSU researchers use soy to improve post-operative treatment of bone cancer

High levels of steroids put asthma patients at greater risk of serious side-effects

Study uncovers the locus of male sexual desire in the brain

Heat and gut microbiota promote stronger bones

A historic partnership to develop evidence-based guidelines for clinical care and practice

Vitamin D levels in the blood may be a better predictor of future health and disease risks

UTA’s College of Nursing and Health Innovation named 2020 NLN Center of Excellence

Young children’s early eating habits linked to later autistic-like personality traits

Study identifies link between hip fracture risk and nanoscale bone inflexibility

New surgical approach is highly acceptable among women with ovarian cancer risk

Prolonged use of bisphosphonates increases risk of atypical femur fractures

Declining milk consumption trends among children may affect future health

High intensity physical activity in early life can prevent osteoporosis in later life

FDA issues final rule to establish compliance requirements for fermented and hydrolyzed foods

Researchers develop new strategies to treat osteoporosis

Study identifies factors that influence women's decisions regarding therapy options

Oxytocin can aid in the control and prevention of osteoporosis

Bisphosphonates may be safe and beneficial for osteoarthritis patients

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Osteoporosis News and Research

Latest Osteoporosis News and Research

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