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Podcast: Mayo Clinic Talks
Episode: Osteoporosis, Fragility & Bone Health Edition | Osteoporosis “Getting to the Core”
Description: Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. [@chutkaMD]
Guest: Jad Sfeir, M.D., M.S.
80% of those with osteoporosis are women and many have no idea they have it. While a variety of bone fractures can result from osteoporosis, hip fractures are the most serious complication. They represent a significant economic burden and often result in major changes to an individual’s lifestyle. The good news is osteoporosis can be detected with relatively simple screening tests and we now have a variety of treatment options available to manage the condition and reduce the risk of fracture. Th...