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Understanding 3 Common Nutrient Deficiencies

December 18, 2019

Discover common nutrient deficiencies and how to prevent them. Plus, learn whether you should consider taking a multivitamin. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Nutrition

Tagged with: anemia, calcium, CDC, deficiency, dietary supplements, iron, Iron deficiency, NIH, nutrition, osteoporosis, University of Michigan, UPMC Center for Integrative Medicine, Vitamin D

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Exercise and Osteoporosis: How Exercise Prevents Bone Loss

April 18, 2017

Exercise can prevent bone loss associated with osteoporosis. Learn more about getting active and strengthening your bones. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Women's Health

Tagged with: bone health, exercise, fitness, osteoporosis, women's healthy

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What Is Osteoporosis? Symptoms, Risk Factors, and More

March 19, 2017

Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to become thin and weak, leading to an increased risk of fractures. Those over the age of 50 are most at risk. Read More

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Categorized as: Orthopaedics

Tagged with: orthopaedics, osteoporosis

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The Threat of Common Fall-Related Injuries

August 29, 2015

Ror older people and others with weakened bones, falls can result in serious injuries such as hip fractures. Learn about the side effects and complications Learn More

Categorized as: Family Health

Tagged with: bone, fall-related injuries, hip fracture, injuries, medical mondays, osteoporosis

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Health Benefits of Almond Milk

June 25, 2015

Almond milk provides a good source of vitamins and promotes strong bones and healthy blood pressure. Learn more about the benefits of almond milk. Read More

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Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: almond milk, health benefits of almond milk, healthy skin, infographic, kidney disorders, osteoporosis

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Exercise for Osteoporosis

May 26, 2015

A bone-weakening disorder, osteoporosis affects millions of older adults. Learn how exercise can help strengthen your bones to prevent fractures. Read More

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Categorized as: Fitness, Orthopaedics

Tagged with: fractures, muscle-strengthening exercise, osteoporosis, osteoporosis exercises, Pilates, weight-bearing exercise, yoga

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Age-Related Spine Problems

March 16, 2015

Learn more about age-related spine conditions, including disc herniation and spinal stenosis, and discover how you can find relief from back pain Read More

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Categorized as: Orthopaedics

Tagged with: age-related problems, arthritis, disc herniation, herniated disc, James Kang MD, osteoporosis, physical therapy, spine

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Women’s Preventive Health Screenings Under ObamaCare

May 16, 2014

Under ObamaCare, women's preventive health services must be covered at no cost to the patient in order to help them maintain better health. Learn more. Read More

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Categorized as: Women's Health

Tagged with: ACA, Affordable Care Act, annual exams, cancer screenings, contraceptive methods, copayment, deductible, gestational diabetes, Health, HIV, HPV, ObamaCare, osteoporosis, pap smear, prenatal screenings, Screenings, STDs, women's health

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6 Tips for Good Bone Health

May 14, 2014

Learn more about your bones and how they change over the course of a lifetime. Find some easy tips to keep your bones healthy. Read More

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Categorized as: Orthopaedics

Tagged with: fracturing, injuries, injury, orthopaedic surgery, osteoporosis, Vitamin D