Osteoporosis. It steals more than bone.
Research shows that osteoporotic fractures all too often cause an irreversible decline in the quality of life. To help these patients, here's what you need to know about primary and secondary prevention.
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Osteoporosis Prevention Center, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA.
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