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NWHIC Publications Catalog -- Record DetailsBone Health and Osteoporosis - A Guide for Asian Women Aged 50 and Older
2005,
On-line publication,
Federal Publication,
English
Description:This publication discusses bone health for older Asian women by providing a list of risk factors for osteoporosis and recommendations for calcium and vitamin D intake. It also stresses the importance of exercise and explains bone density testing and treatment for osteoporosis. Availability information:This publication is available only on the Internet. Source:Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases National Resource Center, NIAMS, NIH, HHS Phone number(s):
(202) 223-2226 Related topics:These topics may help you find additional publications. Click any of these links to do an automatic search. NWHIC record number P-7917 |
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