Ann Marais – My Osteoporosis Story
About 4 years ago Ann Marais (86) fell, broke her hip and didn’t know exactly what to expect. She shared that osteoporosis hadn’t changed her life; she still did all the things that gave her pleasure, but she did realise the importance of being aware of the condition. She has read up about it and urges others to have their DXA scans done to make sure whether they have brittle bones or not.
The Link between Stress, Mental Health and Bone Health
The relationship between stress, mental health, and bone health is not a subject often up for discussion. However, there is a complex interplay of...
Meet Motselisi Mosiana: Committed For Life To Radiography and Osteoporosis Care
Motselisi Mosiana has just been appointed as a Council Member of NOFSA during our last elections. This article unpacks her background and what she brings to the table in the fight against this silent disease.
The significance of bone health for growing children
Bone health begins with basic care very early in life. Sooner rather than later makes it crucial for growing children as healthy bones lay the...
The Role of Caregivers in Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a silent disease that tends to sneak up on a person quietly. That is why it is sometimes only detected at an advanced stage. A...
The Bone Investment Plan: banking your bones
When we exercise for health and looks, we’re probably not thinking about our bones. But the earlier you start exercises or healthy eating, the more...
Bone Boosting Foods and Recipes
Strong and healthy bones are crucial for overall wellbeing and mobility, especially as we age. Proper nutrition plays a pivotal role in maintaining...
Love your Bones: building strong bones through selfcare
We’re always squeaky clean, aren’t we? Bathing, showering, at the hairdresser, the nail parlour – not to mention cleaning our car. We pay a lot of...
Maintaining a bone healthy lifestyle: time to change in 2024
So, what do you want for 2024? What would you like to change, what would you like to gain? How would you like to feel? It’s unlikely you would be...
How to get your bone strengthening Vitamin D safely in the summer season
Whether you are a health fanatic or not, there’s no getting away from the fact that Vitamin D is vital for good health in so many different ways,...
Diabetes and Bone Health: things you need to know
Osteoporosis and diabetes are two distinct conditions – but sometimes they can occur together and this turn of events can have significant...
Osteoporosis: essential caregiver tips
Caring for patients with osteoporosis is a crucial aspect of healthcare as this is a unique condition, characterised by weakened and brittle bones....