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Make Your FIRST Break Your LAST - Brochure
This new brochure alerts Canadians to the fact that a broken bone may be a warning sign of osteoporosis. Take action - to reduce your risk of fractures, see your doctor and take this brochure with you!
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Educational DVD
This 20-minute, bilingual DVD contains indispensable information on osteoporosis and its management, along with inspirational personal stories. In the words of Larry Funnell, Chair, Canadian Osteoporosis Patient Network (COPN), this is “an excellent
resource for all who are affected by osteoporosis. I wish this was there for me and my family when I was first diagnosed.” The $20.00 CDN includes domestic shipping.
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Living Well with Osteoporosis
Intended for those who have just learned that they have osteoporosis and those who may still have questions about how to manage this disease. Contains the collective wisdom of other individuals who have adjusted to their diagnosis and now live full and active lives. Available in English and French.
Price :$ 1.25
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Quick Reference Guide (25 guides per bundle)
This guide has been developed to provide healthcare professionals with a quick-reference summary of the most important recommendations
from the 2010 Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Osteoporosis in Canada. ** Guides come in quantities of 25.
Price :$ 12.50
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Nutrition
This six-page fact sheet focuses on the importance of nutrition in maintaining and building healthy and strong bones. Contains detailed information on the recommended daily calcium intake for various age groups, information on vitamin D and much more.
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Diagnosis
This four-page fact sheet focuses on the diagnosis of osteoporosis. Contains detailed information on assessing your risk. Available in the following languages: English French Traditional Chinese* Simplified Chinese* Punjabi* * availability may vary
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Drug Treatments
This four-page fact sheet focuses on medications used to treat osteoporosis. Contains detailed information on available medications, including effectiveness, who can take the drug, how it is taken and possible side effects.
Available in the following languages:
English
French
Traditional Chinese*
Simplified Chinese*
Punjabi*
* availability may vary
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Men And Osteoporosis
This two-page fact sheet focuses on men and osteoporosis. Includes information on risk factors for fracture, secondary causes of bone loss and treatment. Also presents a story of a man living with osteoporosis. Available in English and French.
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Osteoporosis And Osteoarthritis
This two-page fact sheet focuses on the differences between osteoporosis and osteoarthritis. Includes information on the symptoms, diagnosis, risk factors and treatment for both diseases. Available in English and French.
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Physical Activity
This two-page fact sheet focuses on the benefits and necessity of physical activity for those living with or without osteoporosis. Includes detailed information on how bone is formed and how physical activity affects the bone. Also discusses the importance of physical activity to improve balance, coordination and posture.
Available in the following languages:
English
French
Traditional Chinese*
Simplified Chinese*
Punjabi*
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Helping you take care of your bones
An introduction to Osteoporosis Canada and the resources the organization has available: education and information for the public, resources for health professionals, support for research and individual and group support. Available in English and French.
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Speaking of Bones
Outlines the Speaking of Bones program, which provides speakers to organizations such as community groups and local businesses. Available in English and French.
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Calcium Height Loss Cards (50 cards per bundle)
A handy business-card-sized reference tool. Lists daily requirements for calcium and vitamin D as well as the calcium content of some common foods. Our new edition also visually illustrates the need to talk to a doctor if over 1.5” of height has been lost. Available in English and French.
** Cards come in quantities of 50.
Price :$ 20.00
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Calcium Height Loss Cards (25 cards per bundle)
A handy business-card-sized reference tool. Lists daily requirements for calcium and vitamin D as well as the calcium content of some common foods. Our new edition also visually illustrates the need to talk to a doctor if over 1.5” of height has been lost. Available in English and French.
** Cards come in quantities of 25.
Price :$ 10.00
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