Osteoporosis in the US

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This paper provides an in-depth discussion on osteoporosis, including a description of the disease's symptoms, causes and treatment options. The paper also describes who is at risk for developing this condition and cites recent medical studies on osteoporosis. A large portion of the paper explores the impact of diet on osteoporosis. Finally, the paper presents various drug treatments for the condition from a scientific perspective.

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"Records say that osteoporosis affects more than 25 million Americans (Mangels 2005). In 2001 alone, the approximate national direct expenditure for osteoporosis and fractures related to the condition was $17 billion and still rising. A person, especially a woman, needs 1,000 mg of calcium daily before menopause and 1,500 mg after menopause if she is not taking estrogen (American Family Physician 2004). Good sources of calcium are nonfat and low-fat dairy products, dried beans, sardines, broccoli, juices and cereals, which are fortified with calcium. Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium and a woman needs 400-800 IU of the vitamin daily. Treatment of osteoporosis includes proper diet, exercising, quitting smoking and medicines, such as hormones (American Family Physician)."

Sample of Sources Used:

• American Family Physician (2004). Osteoporosis. American Academy of Family Physicians
• AORN Journal. (2004). Many Women Don't Take Precautions Against Osteoporosis. Association of Operating Room Nurses, Inc.
• Ference, J. D. (2006). Ibandronate for Treatment and Prevention of Osteoporosis in Postmenopausal Women. American Family Physician: American Academy of Family Physicians
• French, L. et al. (2002). Prevention and Treatment of Osteoporosis. Journal of Family Practice: Downden Health Media, Inc.
• Gaby, A. (2005). Progesterone for Osteoporosis: Mixed Results. Townsend Letter to Doctors and Patients. The Townsend Letter Group

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