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Get ready to raise awareness for strong bones and healthy living, because May is National Osteoporosis Month! This month-long observance was first established in 1987 by the National Osteoporosis Foundation to educate people about the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of osteoporosis. Did you know that osteoporosis affects over 44 million Americans? That's why it's so important to spread information about this condition and promote bone health. So let's make this month a time for learning, taking action, and celebrating our resilient bones!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1987</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of National Osteoporosis Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>The National Osteoporosis Foundation establishes National Osteoporosis Month to raise awareness and educate the public about osteoporosis.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1993</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>World Osteoporosis Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>World Osteoporosis Day is launched by the National Osteoporosis Foundation and the World Health Organization on October 20 to raise global awareness.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1997</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bone Health and Osteoporosis</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Surgeon General releases a report titled 'Bone Health and Osteoporosis', outlining the importance of bone health and ways to prevent osteoporosis.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2002</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Action Plan Released</div><div class='timeline-text'>The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services releases a National Action Plan focusing on bone health and osteoporosis prevention.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bone Health Curriculum</div><div class='timeline-text'>The National Osteoporosis Foundation introduces a bone health curriculum for schools to educate children about osteoporosis prevention.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a bone-healthy cooking class</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends and family over for a cooking class focused on bone-healthy recipes. This is a great way to learn about foods that can help prevent osteoporosis while also enjoying delicious meals.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a bone-strengthening workout challenge</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Challenge yourself and others to complete a certain number of bone-strengthening exercises each day for the entire month. This can be a fun way to stay active and raise awareness about the importance of exercise in preventing osteoporosis.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a bone density screening event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Partner with a local hospital or clinic to offer free bone density screenings for members of your community. This is a great way to educate people about their bone health and encourage them to take preventative measures against osteoporosis.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a fundraiser for osteoporosis research</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Plan a fundraising event, such as a charity walk or silent auction, to raise money for organizations that support osteoporosis research. This is a great way to make a positive impact and support a cause that is important to you.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Spread awareness through social media</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use your social media platforms to share information about osteoporosis, prevention tips, and resources for those who may be at risk. This is an easy and effective way to reach a wide audience and educate others about this important health issue.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Brings awareness to a serious health condition</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Osteoporosis Month is important because it sheds light on an often overlooked and underdiagnosed disease. By bringing attention to osteoporosis, people can become more aware of the risk factors and symptoms, leading to earlier detection and treatment.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Educates about preventative measures</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Through National Osteoporosis Month, individuals can learn about ways to prevent or slow down the progression of osteoporosis. This includes maintaining a healthy diet and incorporating exercise into daily routines - ultimately promoting bone health and reducing the risk of fractures.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Provides support for those affected by the disease</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Osteoporosis Month also serves as a platform for support and resources for those currently battling osteoporosis. It can bring together a community of individuals who understand the struggles associated with this disease, offering encouragement and solidarity in the journey towards better bone health.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Women are More Likely to Develop Osteoporosis</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, of the estimated 10 million Americans with osteoporosis, about eight million or 80% are women.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Osteoporosis is Often Silent Until a Fracture Occurs</h3><p class='facts-content'>Osteoporosis is often called a silent disease because one can’t feel bones getting weaker. Breaking a bone is often the first sign of osteoporosis.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Around World, an Osteoporotic Fracture Occurs Every 3 Seconds</h3><p class='facts-content'>The International Osteoporosis Foundation reports that globally, a fracture due to osteoporosis happens approximately every three seconds, or about 25,000 fractures per day.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Smoking and Alcohol Increase Risk of Osteoporosis</h3><p class='facts-content'>Both alcohol and tobacco use have been proven to make osteoporosis and its complications worse, so reduction of these can lower the risk of developing the condition.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Aged 50 and Over, One in Two Women and One in Four Men Will Suffer an Osteoporosis-related Fracture</h3><p class='facts-content'>The risks associated with osteoporosis significantly increase with age. Women are more affected because menopause accelerates the loss of bone mass due to fall in estrogen levels.</p></div></div>
National Osteoporosis Month is celebrated on June 1 every year. In 2024 National Osteoporosis Month will occur on a Saturday.
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