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Bone Health

Having strong, healthy bones is important at any age. But as we grow older, the health of our bones requires more attention. Diminished bone density can lead to osteoporosis—a debilitating disease that increases the risk of fractures. Get the information to stay proactive about your bone health.
An older woman with short black hair and glasses sits on a brown leather sofa in a living room, looking down at her knee with a pained expression, possibly indicating bone pain. She is wearing an orange long-sleeve top and light-colored pants. The setting is cozy, with soft lighting and a few decorative items visible in the background. The woman appears to be experiencing discomfort or pain in her knee.

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What is a good FRAX score?

Risk Assessment

With input of your bone density, your age, sex, height, weight, and answers to seven questions, FRAX calculates the chances of you having different types of fractures in the next 10 years.

See if you're at risk of fracturing your bones.

Osteoporosis: The Risk Factors for Black Women

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An up close shot of a Black senior woman, looking proud and determined to prevent osteoporosis. While Black women have a lower prevalence of osteoporosis overall, they experience worse outcomes after fractures caused by osteoporosis.

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