Osteoporosis News

Vertigo may be in the bones

New research suggests bone density problems caused by a lack of calcium are common in those who also have benign positional vertigo.

Aspirin useful for osteoporosis?

In an animal study, researchers have shown that low-dose aspirin can decrease the activity of cells that breakdown bone, while increasing the activity of cell that build up bone.

Cola bad for the bones?

While enjoying a cola or two every day might seem harmless enough, recent research suggests that those tasty drinks could be compromising your bone health.

Bone thinning after stomach op

A new study confirms there is a high rate of the bone-thinning disease, osteoporosis, in patients who have had their stomach removed because of cancer.

Chocolate makes bones flaky

There's increasing evidence that chocolate is good for the heart, but new research suggests it may not be so great for the bones.

Calcium quotas too high?

Adults may need half the amount of daily calcium currently recommended, researchers report based on a review of published studies.

New bone meds not better

A report shows there's no evidence that any one group of osteoporosis drugs works better than others designed to fight the bone-thinning disease.

Depression, osteoporosis link

Depression should be added to the conditions that lead to osteoporosis in women, conclude the authors of a new study.

Cycling tied to low bone density

Bicycling may do a man's heart good, but it won't do much for his bones, the results of a new study suggest.

Bad habits up osteoporosis risk

Smoking, excess alcohol consumption, not exercising, and poor nutrition are factors that increase the risk of osteoporosis later in life, says a report.