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Copyright (c) 1993  Tribune Media Services, Inc.


A Resource About Tips on Reducing the Risk of Osteoporosis


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     Over 25 million Americans, mostly women, are affected by osteoporosis, a
disease that leads to weak bones and causes over 1.3 million fractures each
year.  One of the signs that has long been associated with aging is the
"dowager's hump," a curvature of the spine seen in older women and resulting
from a collapse of vertebra, bones that form the spinal column.  But this
debilitating disease can be both prevented and treated.  And if you wish to
stand up straight though years may be weighty, then the new booklet "Stand UP
To Osteoporosis" contains just the information you may have been looking for.
It contains advice on reducing your risk, exercise and its effects on bones,
the use of calcium and many other facts about osteoporosis.  You may obtain
your copy by sending your request to "STAND UP", National Osteoporosis
Foundation (NOF), Department FP, 1150 17th Street NW, Suite 500, Washington,
DC 20036-2226.  A stamped self addressed envelope is NOT required, but make
sure your name and address is written clearly in your request note.  You don't
want all the good information in this 23 page booklet to go astray because of
an illegible address.

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The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace
the counsel and advice of your personal physician.  Promptly consulting your
doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical
problem.