Gender Modification and Bone Health: Understanding the Impact of Hormone Therapy on Bone Density
Gender-affirming healthcare is essential for the well-being of transgender and gender-diverse individuals. As more people access gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT), it becomes increasingly important to understand how these treatments affect long-term health — including bone density, a critical aspect of overall health and mobility.
The Microbiome Connection: how gut health impacts your bones
In recent years, science has begun to reveal how deeply interconnected the human body truly is. One of the most striking discoveries is the...
WORLD OSTEOPOROSIS DAY 2025 – OFFICIAL PRESS PRELEASE
Cape Town, 20 October 2025 — As the world marks World Osteoporosis Day (WOD) on 20 October, the National Osteoporosis Foundation South Africa (NOFSA) joins the global call to raise awareness about bone health and the silent epidemic of osteoporosis — a disease still too often undiagnosed, undertreated, and underestimated.
World Osteoporosis Day: unacceptable that osteoporosis can still be missed by medical practitioners
World Osteoporosis Day falls on the 20th of October. It forms the starter gate for a year-long campaign dedicated to raising global awareness of...
Is it Osteoporosis? diagnosing hidden bone conditions
Osteoporosis is often referred to as the “silent thief” of bone health because it weakens bones gradually and without obvious symptoms until a...
WEIGHTED VESTS – ARE THEY GOOD FOR BONE HEALTH?
There is little to no evidence confirming that wearing a weighted vest during your everyday activities or during walking will increase your bone mineral density.
Growing up strong: Why milk and dairy matter for teenagers
Between 10 and 19 years, our children are still undergoing remarkable physical changes. In fact, adolescence is when up to half of their adult bone mass is formed, which makes this life-stage the once-in-a-lifetime chance to build the foundation for strong, healthy bones that will carry them for the rest of their lives.
The Bone Community: finding your support tribe for bone health
Bone health is a lifelong commitment, yet many people only begin to understand its importance after experiencing a diagnosis such as...
Sleep and Bone Regeneration: unlocking the secrets of restorative rest
Sleep is often undervalued in the hustle of modern life, seen as a luxury rather than a necessity. Yet, the silent hours of slumber are teeming...
Successful IOF Patient National Societies Day In Rome
It was a pleasure connecting with our member societies at the Congress Centre La Nuvola in Rome, Italy, for the IOF Patient National Societies Day, a special all-day capacity-building and networking event for IOF member organisations, held on April 12, 2025.
Beyond Calcium & Vitamin D: the role of Vitamin K, Magnesium, Zinc, and other trace minerals in Bone Health
When it comes to bone health, calcium and Vitamin D tend to dominate the conversation. While both are undoubtedly essential, they are only part...
Technology and Osteoporosis: AI and wearable tech for monitoring bone health
Osteoporosis, often referred to as the "silent disease", affects millions of people worldwide and is categorised by decreasing bone density and...