TEN FACTS You Should Know About Osteoporosis

Many women think they don’t need to worry about frail bones until they get older; however, it’s important for women of all ages to understand the importance of keeping their bones strong. Millions of women are at risk for osteoporosis or currently suffer from symptoms. Osteoporosis is a disease 4 times more common in women than in men. It can affect anyone at any age. In the United States, 44 million Americans are affected by osteoporosis at any time. Approximately 34 million more people who were tested to have low bone mass density are found to be at a greater risk of acquiring osteoporosis. By 2025, experts predict that osteoporosis will be responsible for approximately three million fractures and $25.3 billion in costs each year. Estimates suggest about half of all women older than 50 will experience a fracture as