Tereza Hough
CEO
Teréza Hough is the CEO of the National Osteoporosis Foundation of South Africa (NOFSA) and has been involved in the field of Osteoporosis for the past 35 years. First was the Chief Professional Nurse in charge of the Endocrine unit at Tygerberg Hospital and the Educational Officer for NOFSA. She was also the study coordinator and DXA Operator for various clinical trials on osteoporosis.
She is a member of various patient Societies, a member of the South African Institute for Fundraising as well as a member of the Committee for National Societies (CNS) of the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) since 2003. She is also an IOF Board of Trustees member, Chair of the Patient Societies Sub-Committee of the CNS and member of the Capture the Fracture Governance for Africa.
She was co-author on several articles in Medical Journals and has written numerous articles on osteoporosis and related topics for the lay press, written chapters on endocrinology for postgraduate nurses presented at various National and International meetings and is a guest speaker at several radio and television shows.
Teréza is also a keen lobbyist for the rights of patients and has taken part in several working groups, advisory boards and expert panels, both on national and international levels.
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Membership / Registration
- Registration with South African Nursing Council
- Member, DENOSA
- Member, SEMDSA (Society for Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes of SA)
- Member, ISCD (International Society for Clinical Densitometry).
- Member, South African Institute for Fundraising
- Member PHANGO (Patient Health Alliance for Non-Governmental Organisations)
- Expert Panel: Integrated Care Pathways for Bone Health: An overview of Global policies – a report by the Economist Intelligence Unit: Healthcare 2021
- Osteoporosis Expert Forum GaFpa/AMGEN 2021
- IOF Regional Advisory Committee (RAC) for Africa 2022 – present
- Scientific Advisory Panel Fractures E3 Study 2022 – present
- World Health Organization (WHO) Osteoporosis Expert Group 2023 – present
- Member International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) Board of Trustees 2024 – present
- Chair of Patient Societies Sub-committee of IOF Committee for National Societies (CNS) 2024 – present
- Member of the Capture the Fracture Governance representing Africa 2023 – present
Publications
- Gamble CM, Sabico S, Honvo G, Abubakar S, Boehnke JR, De Baets S, Veronese N, Knoop V, Cooper C, Brandi ML, Harvey NC, Matijevic R, Beaudart C, Ngozi R, Hough T, Campusano C, Lazaretti-Castro M, Chandran M, Mithal A, Al-Saleh Y, et al. Health-related quality of life instruments for older persons with osteoporosis: a WHO-BOHEG systematic review of measurement properties for use in clinical trials and routine practice. Age and Ageing 2026;55(5):afag124. doi: 10.1093/ageing/afag124
- Zakraoui L, Njeze NR, Hough T, El Maghraoui A. Beyond the fracture: coordinated action for bone health equity in Africa. [Editorial]. Osteoporosis International 2026;37(4):777–780. doi: 10.1007/s00198-026-07997-5. Epub 2026 Apr 17.
- Harvey NC, Al-Daghri N, Beaudart C, Brandi ML, Burlet N, Campusano C, Hough T, et al. Barriers and solutions for global access to osteoporosis management: a Position Paper from the International Osteoporosis Foundation. Osteoporosis International 2025; Aug. doi: 10.1007/s00198-025-07628-5
- NOFSA Position Statement. Daily Maverick, October 2022.
- NOFSA Position Statement. Mail & Guardian, October 2022.
- Hough T. Am I at risk of developing osteoporosis? Sports Medicine Update 2017;10(2).
- Hough T. Osteoporosis Overview. Health24, 2017.
- Hough T. A-Z of Osteoporosis. Health24, 2014.
- Hough T. National Osteoporosis Foundation of South Africa guideline for the diagnosis and management of osteoporosis. Professional Nursing Today 2011;15(5):50–54.
- Hough T. Make no bones about osteoporosis. The Waiting Room, Autumn 2011.
- Hough T. Nutrition, bone health and the milk issue. Specialist Forum 2009;9(7):27–30.
- Hough T. Osteoporosis. Specialist Forum 2009;9(5):38–41.
- Stellenberg EL, Bruce JC. Chapter 5: Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders. In: Nursing Practice Textbook, African Edition. 2008:131–186.
- Hough T. Calcium supplementation and osteoporosis. Specialist Forum 2007;7(4):46–48.
- Co-writer, “Silent Disease” Booklet, National Osteoporosis Foundation. 1993 (revised edition 2005).
- Hesseling PB, Hough FS, Nel ED, Beneke T, Wessels G. Bone mineral density in long-term survivors of childhood cancer. International Journal of Cancer 1998;11:44–47.
- Blaauw R, Albertse EC, Beneke T, et al. Risk factors for the development of osteoporosis in a South African population. South African Medical Journal 1994;84:328–332.
- Various educational booklets for patients and healthcare providers, National Osteoporosis Foundation of South Africa.
Congress Presentations
- Patient involvement in the regulatory process — Regulatory Course, Lesson 13. December 2023.
- Bridging Borders: Communication strategies for raising awareness — Roundtable. 2023.
- Patient National Societies Day: “Testimonies from CNS Members with Longstanding Experience in Advocacy Initiatives.” IOF, Barcelona. May 2023.
- CNS Meeting, IOF: Expertise-sharing on raising awareness of osteoporosis and fractures — policy discussion. Barcelona. May 2023.
- RAC Meeting: Awareness Campaign — Concept for Africa Region. May 2023.
- FUNDISA African Academy of Medicines Development Workshop: Needs and Expectations of Patients. Johannesburg. October 2019.
- Osteoporosis — An Overview of Current Concepts. Wits Medical School. August 2019.
- Council for Medical Schemes Working Group on Prescribed Minimum Benefits (PMBs). March 2019.
- Feedback Awareness in South Africa — IOF meetings in Jordan, Rome, Seville, Milan and Malaga. 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018.
- Understanding BMD results and clinical management of the osteoporotic patient. NOFSA/IOF 5th Advanced Training Course on Osteoporosis, Somerset West. April 2012.
- Role of the DXA technologist and patient care — importance of precision. NOFSA/IOF 5th Advanced Training Course on Osteoporosis, Somerset West. April 2011.
- Overview of Osteoporosis. NOFSA/IOF 5th Advanced Training Course on Osteoporosis, Somerset West. April 2011.
- Bright ideas in communication. IOF World-Wide Conference of Osteoporosis Patient Societies, Miami, USA. December 11–14, 2007.
- Hough T, Hesseling PB, Nel ED, et al. Bone mineral density (BMD) in long-term survivors of childhood cancer. 43rd Academic Year Day, University of Stellenbosch. August 1999.
- Hesseling PB, Hough T, Nel ED, et al. Bone mineral density (BMD) in long-term survivors of childhood cancer. 9th Bone and Mineral Metabolism Congress, Drakensberg. April 1999.
- Nortje H, Conradie M, Beneke T, et al. Risk factors for steroid-induced osteoporosis. 16th Annual Congress of the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research, Kansas City, USA. September 9–13, 1994.
- Blaauw R, Albertse EC, Beneke T, et al. Risk factors for the development of osteoporosis. 26th SEMDSA Congress, Wilderness. March 12–16, 1990.
- Various invited talks to nursing groups, old-age homes, and community organisations.
Leadership, Advisory Boards & Expert Groups
- Member, IOF Board of Trustees — 2024 – present
- Chair, Patient Societies Sub-committee, IOF Committee for National Societies (CNS) — 2024 – present
- Steering Committee for the Partnership for Women’s Wellness – 2026 – present
- Co-Director EMEA (Eden Medical Education and Access) – 2026 – present
- Member, Capture the Fracture Governance, representing Africa — 2023 – present
- Member, World Health Organization (WHO) Osteoporosis Expert Group (WHO-BOHEG) — 2023 – present
- Member, Scientific Advisory Panel, Fractures E3 Study — 2022 – present
- Member, IOF Regional Advisory Committee (RAC) for Africa — 2022 – present
- Member, Osteoporosis Expert Forum, GaFpa/AMGEN — 2021
- Expert Panel Member, Integrated Care Pathways for Bone Health: An Overview of Global Policies — Economist Intelligence Unit Healthcare report, 2021
- Member, IOF Ethics Committee — ongoing
- Member, Committee for National Societies (CNS), International Osteoporosis Foundation — 2003 – present
- Member, South African Institute for Fundraising; member of various patient societies
Awards
- IOF Committee for National Societies (CNS) Medal — recognition of longstanding dedication to osteoporosis awareness, education, and advocacy.
- Best Regional World Osteoporosis Day (WOD) Campaign — International Osteoporosis Foundation, 2022.
- Best Booth Award —International Osteoporosis Foundation, 2026
Esmé Brink
Marketing and Social Media
Esmé is a Partner and Communication Strategist at echovine.co.za and is responsible for our awareness campaigns on social media, marketing our fundraising events, writing our newsletters, upkeep of the website as well as digital and content marketing.
Drienie Janse van Rensburg
Administration
After many years excelling at customer services and solutions. Drienie has now decided to turn her talents elsewhere and brings with her a creative flair; impeccable work ethic; drive to always grow and charming personality.
Lindie De Bruyn
Graphic Designer
Lindie is a passionate and skilled graphic designer who generously volunteers her time and talent to support NOFSA’s mission. With a keen eye for detail and a heart for making a difference, she helps bring our message to life through beautifully designed posters, banners, and other creative materials. Her work not only enhances our visual presence but also strengthens the impact of our cause. We are incredibly grateful to have Lindie as part of the NOFSA family.