The Complicated Reality of Treating Osteoporosis
Although millions of older women face bone loss, decisions about screening and medication remain clouded by conflicting evidence and inconsistent guidance
Jan 26, 2026Although millions of older women face bone loss, decisions about screening and medication remain clouded by conflicting evidence and inconsistent guidance
Jan 26, 2026Lara Pizzorno minces no words when explaining why she didn’t want to take a class of drugs called bisphosphonates when she got a surprising diagnosis of osteopenia – weak bones, but not osteoporosis – at…
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