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New JAMA Study Reveals Increasing Numbers of Women Have Undiagnosed Osteoporosis
More Evidence That Women Need to Build Up Their Bone Bank
Rosemont, IL., January 15, 2002 – Recent results from the National Osteoporosis Risk Assessment (NORA) study reported in the Journal of the American Medical Association reaffirms the need for women to take the steps necessary to prevent osteoporosis, a major public health threat affecting more than 28 million Americans.
One reason why osteoporosis rates are so high is that many people – particularly teens, women and the elderly – have critically low calcium intakes.
“Consuming at least three servings of milk, yogurt or cheese a day is an important step to help build strong bones and prevent osteoporosis,” said Ann Marie Krautheim, a registered dietitian for the National Dairy Council.
In the NORA study, researchers obtained bone mineral measurements from approximately 200,000 postmenopausal women who had no previous diagnosis of osteoporosis. Bone density was measured through x-ray scans of the forearm, finger or heel.
Results of the study showed that overall, nearly 40 percent of the women tested had low bone mass and an additional seven percent had osteoporosis. Women with low bone mineral density or osteoporosis had a higher risk for fracture. Additionally, the researchers determined that age, personal or family history of fracture, Asian or Hispanic heritage, smoking and cortisone use were increased risk factors for developing osteoporosis. While low bone mineral density was also less prevalent in African American women, 32 percent had low bone mineral density and 4 percent had osteoporosis.
For more information on strategies for building strong bones and helping to prevent osteoporosis, call 312-240-2880 to obtain a copy of the brochure, “Consider Your Calcium Source.”
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