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Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis after 40
Osteoporosis affects bone strength and can increase the risk of fractures, making bone health an important consideration in mid-life and later life.
This topic brings together useful articles, local services and relevant activities across Calderdale connected with bone health, strength, balance and healthy ageing.
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Osteoporosis articles
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Article
Acid Reflux Medicine May Cause Osteoporosis
Looks at evidence linking proton pump inhibitor acid-reflux medicines with an increased risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures.
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Almonds for Osteoporosis
Explores laboratory research into the effect of almond consumption on cells involved in bone formation and bone breakdown.
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Are Onions Beneficial for Testosterone, Osteoporosis, Allergies, and Cancer?
Examines human trials investigating whether onions affect testosterone, bone health, allergies and cancer-related outcomes.
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Do Vegans Have Lower Bone Mineral Density and Higher Risk of Osteoporosis?
Examines research comparing bone mineral density and osteoporosis risk among vegans, vegetarians and people who eat meat.
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Easy way to lower your risk of hip fractures up to 44%
Reviews findings from the Framingham Osteoporosis Study concerning vitamin C intake, bone health and hip-fracture risk.
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Fall Prevention Is the Most Important Thing for Preventing Osteoporosis Bone Fractures
Explains how resistance exercise, stronger lower-limb muscles and balance training may help reduce falls and osteoporotic bone fractures.
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Friday Favorites: Are Onions Beneficial for Testosterone, Osteoporosis, Allergies, and Cancer?
A Friday Favorites edition reviewing research into the possible effects of onions on osteoporosis, testosterone, allergies and cancer.
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How Well Do Medicines Like Fosamax Work to Treat Osteoporosis?
Examines the effectiveness of bisphosphonate medicines such as Fosamax in preventing vertebral and hip fractures.
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Most People Don’t Know of This Until They Have a Fracture
Provides an overview of osteoporosis, fracture risk and nutritional and lifestyle factors involved in maintaining bone strength.
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Onions and Tomatoes Put to the Test for Osteoporosis
Investigates whether onions and tomatoes provide benefits for bone health beyond the general advantages associated with eating fruit and vegetables.
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Local Osteoporosis support
Find Calderdale organisations, professionals and services connected with this topic.
Local service
Dr Omer Sharif
Private consultant rheumatologist at Spire Elland Hospital with experience in rheumatological and musculoskeletal conditions. He offers DEXA reporting for osteoporosis and metabolic bone disease.
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Plus Health Company
Halifax physiotherapy provider offering assessment, treatment, advice and exercise-based support for musculoskeletal conditions including osteoporosis. The service also offers physiotherapist-led Pilates, balance work and falls-prevention exercise.
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Osteoporosis events and activities
See relevant CalderGold events and activities taking place across Calderdale.
Event
Age UK Tai Chi - Halifax
Date: 6 October 2026
Venue: Rimani House Wellbeing Centre
Low-impact Tai Chi combining deep breathing, relaxation and slow flowing movements to support mobility, posture, strength and balance. Movements can be adapted for disabled…
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