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 increasing risk of fractures. Overtime, osteoporosis has posed significant challenges in early diagnosis,...
High Impact Exercise: friend or foe for osteoporosis prevention?
Osteoporosis, a chronic condition characterised by decreased bone density and increased fragility, affects millions worldwide, particularly older adults and postmenopausal women. As the population ages, the need for effective strategies to prevent and manage...
Menopause, Bone Density, and the role of HRT
One of the most critical concerns associated with menopause is the decline in bone density, which significantly increases the risk of osteoporosis and fractures. This phenomenon is primarily driven by hormonal shifts, particularly the decline in estrogen levels. Bone...
Under the Influence: your bones and alcohol
Nothing like kicking back after a hard day with a reviving beverage, often alcoholic in nature, but nevertheless relaxing, giving one time to process and analyse life in general. But while an occasional drink is not necessarily detrimental to one’s health – if it...
General Health and your Bones
Understanding how general health affects bone health is essential for long-term vitality and independence. When we eat healthily and exercise, we must not forget the critical factors linking general health to bone health, and our responsibility for maintaining both.
