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Osteoporosis Canada, a registered charity, is the only national
organization serving people who have, or are at risk for, osteoporosis. The organization works to educate,
empower and support individuals and communities in the risk-reduction and treatment of
osteoporosis.
Services to Individuals with Osteoporosis and the Public
Osteoporosis Canada provides medically accurate information
to patients, health care professionals and the public. Services to individuals with osteoporosis and the
public include free publications, a bilingual toll-free information line, educational programs and referrals
to self-help groups and community resources, as well as this web site.
Services to Health Care
Professionals
The organization works with health care professionals across the country to ensure the latest prevention,
diagnostic and treatment options are available to individuals with osteoporosis. Osteoporosis Canada has
developed practice guidelines and standards for use by physicians in their clinical practice. OC's quarterly
publication, Osteoporosis Update
Organizational Structure
The organization is governed by a national voluntary Board of Directors. A 58-member Scientific Advisory
Council, made up of medical and scientific experts from across the country, provides guidance in all medical
matters.
Osteoporosis Canada has a national office and has Chapters
located across the country. A network of support groups reaches into communities throughout
Canada.
- To locate the Chapter nearest to you, please click here .
- To locate the Support Group closest to you, please call your nearest
Chapter or 1-800-463-6842.
VISION
Canada without osteoporotic fractures
MISSION
To work
towards a future where all Canadians will:
- Be knowledgeable
about osteoporosis
- Be empowered to
make informed choices about their bone health
- Have access to the
best osteoporosis care and support
- Benefit from
research into the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis.
VALUES
- Accurate,
evidence-based information and care
- Collaboration in a
united effort
- Inclusivity,
integrity
- Ethical
decision-making and actions
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