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November
2025

SAVE THE DATE: NOFSA-IOF-ESCEO Congress 2025

On behalf of the National Osteoporosis Foundation of South Africa CEO, Teréza Hough, we have the pleasure of inviting you to the 2025 NOFSA Congress scheduled from 20 to 22 November 2025. We look forward to your participation in these exciting congress and welcoming you to the UCT GSB Academic Conference Centre at the Protea Hotel by Marriott, Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge.

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18
March
2025
} Tuesday, 19:00 to 19:00

NOFSA MASTERCLASS: CANCER THERAPY INDUCED BONE LOSS

Cancer therapy, particularly endocrine treatments for breast and prostate cancer, can lead to significant bone loss, increasing the risk of fractures and impacting long-term health. This NOFSA Masterclass episode will explore the pathophysiology of CTIBL, helping clinicians identify high-risk patients who require proactive management to prevent bone loss.

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19
November
2024
} Tuesday, 18:00 to 19:00

NOFSA Masterclass: International and local perspectives on effective FLS services

 Webinar, South Africa

Join us for an engaging webinar focused on coordinated fragility fracture care. You’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of the key features essential for effective management. Learn about international standards and practical steps to establish a Fracture Liaison Service (FLS) in your practice.

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02
November
2024
} Saturday, 07:00 to 09:00

Rattle Your Bones 5km Fun Run

 Groot Constantia Road, Constantia, South Africa

Help us raise awareness for people with brittle bones and create a lot of noise about a silent disease called Osteoporosis! Join our 5km Fun Run on 2 November 2024 at the iconic Groot Constantia Wine Estate in Cape Town!

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15
October
2024
} Tuesday, 18:00 to 19:00

NOFSA MASTERCLASS: ETHICAL ASPECTS OF NOT ASSESSING AND MANAGING OSTEOPOROSIS IN OLDER PATIENTS

Ethical aspects of not assessing and managing the older patients for Osteoporosis with Dr Stanley Lipschitz

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11
October
2024

OSTEOPOROSIS AND OSTEOARTHRITIS SUMMIT

 Sofitel Obelisk, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

We are happy to announce the forthcoming Osteoporosis Summit, taking place in Dubai, next October 11-12, 2024, under the umbrella of the Emirati Osteoporosis Society, the International Osteoporosis Foundation and the European Society for Clinical and Economic Aspects of Osteoporosis, Osteoarthritis and Musculoskeletal Diseases.

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16
July
2024
} Tuesday, 18:00 to 19:00

NOFSA MASTERCLASS – DIAGNOSIS | WHOM TO TREAT

Osteoporosis is a condition that affects everybody in South Africa, across ethnic borders. It is a condition associated with severe morbidity and mortality. Despite this it remains a neglected diagnosis and even less patients receive lifesaving therapy. South Africa is a resource poor country, but cost-sparing options are available for the diagnosis of osteoporosis. ACT now

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22
May
2024
} Wednesday, 18:00 to 19:00

NOFSA MASTERCLASS: HOW TO USE FRAX IN CLINICAL PRACTICE

In this webinar, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of fracture risk assessment using FRAX, a powerful tool in clinical practice. Prof Celia Gregson has valuable local insights as she participates in Sub-Saharan clinical training and research on musculoskeletal disorders.

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11
April
2024

WORLD CONGRESS ON OSTEOPOROSIS, OSTEOARTHRITIS AND MUSCULOSKELETAL DISEASES

 London, United Kingdom

The 24th Edition of the WCO-IOF-ESCEO Congress will take place in London on April 11-14, 2024. The members of the Committee of Scientific Advisors of the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) and the European Society for Clinical and Economic Aspects of Osteoporosis and Osteoarthritis (ESCEO) are developing a very exciting Congress scientific programme that will bring […]

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12
March
2024
} Tuesday, 18:00 to 19:00

NOFSA Masterclass: Diabetes and Osteoporosis

 Webinar, South Africa

Join our next webinar on 12 March hosted by Dr Zane Stevens and moderated by Dr Stanley Lipschitz. The event is sponsored by CIPLA. The talk will review the link between diabetes and osteoporosis by assessing the prevalence of fractures, mechanisms of bone fragility and the impact of diabetes therapy on bone health

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