It develops slowly and quietly and is not accompanied by pain—until a fracture occurs. Who is at risk for osteoporosis, and ...

Osteoporosis occurs when your bones progressively break down and become weaker. The disease is often described as silent because you may not notice outward symptoms until a fracture occurs. Fractured ...

Question: My mother had osteoporosis and suffered a devastating fall in her early 60s that she never recovered from. I am 42, and I want to be proactive about my bone health. What screening do I need, ...

Women are at higher risk of bone loss than men. But a few simple workouts can help to keep your skeleton strong and resilient. By Danielle Friedman When Barbara Hannah Grufferman was in her early 50s, ...

Learn from Dr. Jeff Yoo about the importance of exercise in your 30s and 40s to prevent osteoporosis and bone deterioration.

It’s estimated more than 10 million Americans over the age of 50 live with osteoporosis, a bone disease that causes the bones to become weak and brittle. Osteoporosis, in and of itself, isn’t usually ...

"Leafy greens [spinach, kale and collard greens] provide both calcium and magnesium," says Dr. Dasgupta. "Calcium strengthens ...