May 21, 2012: More Research Points to Long-Term Ills With Bone Drugs
Bisphosphonates used for osteoporosis raise risk of rare fractures over time, study says

May 14, 2012: Some Sports May Help Protect Men's Bones
Basketball, volleyball, soccer helped young men stave off density loss, study suggests

April 25, 2012: Early Menopause Tied to Osteoporosis in 29-Year Study
Nearly doubled risk seen in women who went through 'change' before age 47

April 16, 2012: Certain Genetic Regions May Be Tied to Osteoporosis
But it's too early to use data to predict who will or will not develop weaker bones

April 04, 2012: Physician Groups Call for Fewer Medical Tests
Many patients could safely avoid X-rays, MRIs, heart stress tests and other common procedures, docs say

April 02, 2012: Osteoporosis Drugs May Lead to Eye Trouble: Study
Researchers say they found risk for anterior uveitis and scleritis, diseases that can cause impairment

March 19, 2012: Generic Boniva Approved for Osteoporosis
In postmenopausal women

March 06, 2012: Health Tip: Lower Your Risk for Osteoporosis
Here are factors you can control

February 17, 2012: Exercise Can Build Young Adults' Bones, Study Finds
Physical activity in your 20s can help prevent osteoporosis later on, researchers say

February 16, 2012: Implanted Microchip Might Be Future of Drug Delivery
In small study, the remote-controlled chip emitted a bone-strengthening medicine for a year

February 09, 2012: Stopping Bone Drug Cuts Risk of Second Thigh Fracture: Study
After unusual femur break, patients should not take bisphosphonates, researchers say

February 08, 2012: Female Soccer Players May Face Health Problems: Study
Intense training, poor nutrition might lead to menstrual abnormalities, stress fractures in young players

February 07, 2012: Heart Failure, Osteoporosis Go 'Hand-in-Hand': Researchers
Cardiac condition raises the risks of falls and may contribute to bone-density loss

February 07, 2012: Breast Cancer Drug May Weaken Bones, Study Finds
Researchers say postmenopausal women taking Aromasin need to be monitored

January 18, 2012: Some Women Can Go Longer Between Bone Checks: Study
Those with normal density may be able to wait more than recommended two years, researcher says

December 07, 2011: Bone Drugs May Also Battle Breast Cancer, Researchers Say
Two studies suggest zoledronic acid extends survival, reduces odds of recurrence

November 15, 2011: Whole-Body Vibration Doesn't Build Bone After All: Study
No benefit seen in high-risk postmenopausal women

November 04, 2011: Health Tip: Signs of a Spinal Fracture
People with osteoporosis may be prone

September 26, 2011: Hip Fracture May Raise a Woman's Risk of Earlier Death
Breaking hip at age 70 doubles risk of dying within a year, study finds

September 26, 2011: Bone Drug Fails to Prevent Breast Cancer Recurrence: Study
Routine use of Zometa not warranted, but some postmenopausal cancer patients may benefit

September 19, 2011: FDA OKs Bone Drug to Prevent Fracture in Certain Cancer Patients
Prolia can be used in some cases of prostate cancer and breast cancer

September 09, 2011: FDA Advisers Call for Revised Labels for Osteoporosis Drugs
Research suggests potential health risks associated with long-term use of bisphosphonates

August 08, 2011: Soy Supplements Don't Ease Bone Loss, Menopausal Symptoms: Study
Women taking high-dose soy isoflavone pills for 2 years even had more hot flashes

August 08, 2011: Health Tip: Osteoporosis Can Affect Men, Too
Risk factors for bone-thinning in males

July 05, 2011: Health Tip: Some Prone to Losing Bone Mass
Risk factors for osteopenia

June 06, 2011: Weight-Loss Surgery Linked to Rise in Fracture Risk
People who've had procedure especially prone to breaks in the hands and feet, study finds

June 04, 2011: Bone Drug Reduces Odds for Breast Cancer's Return: Study
Effect seen years after Zometa treatment stopped

May 25, 2011: With Calcium, More May Not Be Better
Getting enough for bone health is crucial, but too much doesn't help, researchers say

May 10, 2011: Heart Failure, Weak Bones Often Go Together, Study Finds
But the bone-thinning disease is frequently unrecognized, expert says

May 04, 2011: Study Finds Slight Risk of Rare Fractures From Bone Drugs
Benefits of bisphosphonates in preventing most fractures outweigh risk, experts say

April 29, 2011: Americans May Not Consume Enough Calcium: Study
Levels were insufficient for daily needs, researchers find

March 28, 2011: Health Tip: Help Strengthen Your Bones
With weight-bearing exercises

February 22, 2011: Nitroglycerin Ointment Might Strengthen Bones
Inexpensive heart drug appears to slow bone loss and build new bone, researchers say

February 14, 2011: Health Tip: Learn the Benefits of a Bone-Density Test
It can help detect osteoporosis

February 02, 2011: Early Puberty Onset Linked to Stronger Bones
Less bone mass and greater risk for osteoporosis in those who matured later, study suggests

January 17, 2011: New Osteoporosis Screening Recommendations Issued
U.S. Task Force expands guidelines to include younger women at increased risk of bone fractures

January 11, 2011: Epilepsy Drugs May Raise Fracture Risk in Older Adults
Chance of bone breaks varies by specific medication taken, study finds

November 30, 2010: Vitamin D Guidelines Edge Upwards, But Most Americans Getting Enough: Report
Institute of Medicine experts also say most people are taking in enough calcium daily

November 30, 2010: Tummy Fat May Threaten Women's Bones
In turnaround, researchers link apple shape to lower bone mass

November 20, 2010: Study Sees Link Between Low Salt Levels, Fracture Risk in Older Adults
Researchers suggest screenings as a possible option

October 29, 2010: Health Tip: Understanding Osteopenia
And how to help prevent it

October 18, 2010: Fewer Bone Screens May Be OK for Some Older Women
Those with very good bone density at age 67 can wait 10 years to test again, study suggests

October 18, 2010: Study Suggests Osteoporosis Drug Might Treat Loss of Bone in Jaw
Ironically, disfiguring condition has been tied to heavy use of another osteoporosis drug

October 15, 2010: Two-Thirds of Spinal Fractures Undiagnosed, Untreated: Report
Stooped back, loss of height and sudden back pain are all signals, experts warn

October 13, 2010: Bone Drugs Linked to Rare Fractures, FDA Warns
Agency to change warning label, issue medication guide for all bisphosphonates used to treat osteoporosis

September 24, 2010: Mixed Report on Women's Health Research
Fewer deaths from major killers like breast cancer, but little progress on debilitating diseases like dementia

September 03, 2010: Long-Term Use of Bone Drugs May Be Linked to Esophageal Cancer
5 years of meds such as Boniva, Fosamax almost doubles chances, but actual risk still low, researchers say

August 18, 2010: Health Tip: Who Is at Greater Risk for Osteoporosis?
Here are some risk factors

August 10, 2010: No Significant Esophageal Cancer Risk From Osteoporosis Drug: Study
Analysis also finds no evidence of substantial gastric cancer risk from oral bisphosphonates

July 30, 2010: Calcium Supplements Linked to Boost in Heart Attack Risk
People should get needed mineral through their diet, researchers say