Osteoporosis

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Decision Points focus on key medical care decisions that are important to many health problems. Decision Points focus on key medical care decisions that are important to many health problems.
  Osteoporosis: Should I have a dual X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) test?
  Osteoporosis: Should I take bisphosphonate medicines?

Actionsets help people take an active role in managing a health condition. Actionsets are designed to help people take an active role in managing a health condition.
  Aging well: Making your home fall-proof
  Osteoporosis: Taking calcium

Interactive tools help people determine health risks, ideal weight, target heart rate, and more. Interactive tools are designed to help people determine health risks, ideal weight, target heart rate, and more.
  Interactive Tool: Are You at Risk for Osteoporosis?

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Author: Shannon Erstad, MBA/MPH Last Updated: November 21, 2008
Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Kirtly Jones, MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology

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