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Global osteoporosis prevalence and prevention

Overview

Osteoporosis is a systemic skeletal disease affecting more than 500 million people worldwide. Characterized by low bone mass and the deterioration of bone tissue, the condition is often described as a “silent disease” because it can progress for years without causing pain.

Statistics from the International Osteoporosis Foundation indicate that one in three women and one in five men over the age of 50 are likely to experience an osteoporosis-related fracture in their lifetime. Common fracture sites include the spine, wrist, and hip. In Greece, data shows that 53% of the population exhibits low bone density, with 684,000 official diagnoses.

Risk factors include aging, female sex (particularly post-menopause), family history, sedentary lifestyles, smoking, and diets lacking calcium and vitamin D. Warning signs include height loss of at least three centimeters, a hunched posture, and persistent back pain. Medical professionals recommend bone densitometry (DEXA) scans for measurement, while prevention strategies focus on weight-bearing exercise, balanced nutrition, and reducing environmental trip hazards.

Entities

International Osteoporosis Foundation · World Health Organization · Greece · Norbert Wiener University

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  1. [HEALTH] 5 sources
    Osteoporosis affects over 500 million people worldwide

    Osteoporosis affects over 500 million people globally. Often asymptomatic until a fracture occurs, the disease is linked to aging, lifestyle, and nutrition, but can be managed through diet and exercise.

  2. [HEALTH] 6 sources
    Osteoporosis affects 500 million people globally

    Osteoporosis affects 500 million people worldwide. In Greece, 53% of the population has low bone density, highlighting the importance of early prevention and bone health maintenance.

Sources

boyacadigital.com · diyarbakirsoz.com · e-thessalia.gr · healthdaily.gr · healthmag.gr · iatronet.gr · mioriente.com · rionegro.com.ar · seccionnoticias.net.pe · vita.gr · zougla.gr