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- Copyright (c) 1991-92,1993 Tribune Media Services, Inc.
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- A Resource About Boning Up On Osteoporosis
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- With more than 24 million Americans affected by osteoporosis, it is
- little wonder that my mail is always filled with questions about the causes
- and treatment of this disorder. As many as 1.2 million fractures a year may
- be attributed to osteoporosis and the national medical and ancillary costs
- incurred for treatment and care has been estimated at from
- $7 to $10 billion a year. It seems that each time I answer a question
- concerning one aspect of this growing health problem, it generates hundreds
- more, individual concerns and special situations that affect people in
- specific ways. To answer all these important queries would take a book, and
- that is exactly what I am able to provide for you today. It is called "Boning
- Up On Osteoporosis: A Guide to Prevention and Treatment". It may be obtained
- from the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF), 1625 Eye Street, N.W.
- Washington, D.C. 20006. Now this is no simple brochure, but a true booklet of
- 40 pages, and contains full explanations about bone growth, the causes of and
- risk factors for osteoporosis, and many strategies for prevention and
- treatment of the condition. There are even 8 pages of well illustrated
- exercises that can help strengthen posture. The many techniques for
- diagnosing the problem are related in detail, and there are sections
- describing present as well as new investigational treatments. You will even
- find listings of additional reading material you may wish to obtain. Don't
- bother sending an envelope for this booklet, since it won't fit an ordinary
- business envelope, and although there is no charge for the booklet, the folks
- at the NOF would appreciate a $1.00 donation to help them offset the costs of
- mailing this most worthwhile booklet to you. You won't regret it, it is money
- very well spent.
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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.
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