Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) is an annual workplace charity campaign. This year NOF is a CFC participant. Support NOF by designating your CFC donation to 11043. 1232 22nd Street N.W. Washington, D.C. 20037-1202 (202) 223.2226 1 (800) 231.4222

UPDATES: Family History is Key Risk Factor in Developing Osteoporosis Phreesia Works with Osteoporosis Experts to Expand its Measurement Guided Care Program Access to Osteoporosis Testing for Americans in Jeopardy. DXA Task Force Urges Congress to Pass Bill to Protect Patient Access National Osteoporosis Foundation with the Bone Coalition Issues a National Action Plan for Bone Health Bisphosphonates Linked to Bone, Joint and/or Muscle Pain Osteonecrosis of the Jaw Recommendations for Calcium and Vitamin D3 Intake May is the Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month! Download free copies of the 2009 Awareness Postcard and Poster. Take Part in NOF's 25th Anniversary Celebration! SAVE THE DATE: MAY 20, 2009 WASHINGTON, DC Celebrate NOF’s 25th Anniversary at the annual awards dinner, where two-time Academy Award-winning actress and patient advocate, Sally Field, will accept an award! Click here for more details or call (202) 721-6342. Joiin NOF as we build on the progress of the past 25 years and continue to fight against osteoporosis! Upcoming Events Participate in our 2009 Events! May Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month May 20 Silver Silhouette Awards Dinner September 24 A Gift from Mothers to Daughters October 20 World Osteoporosis Day October 26 Gourmet for Good Invite your friends to join the fight against osteoporosis Order commemorative 25th Annivesary merchandise Special Anniversary Pearls of Strength® Funds raised from the sale of Pearls of Strength® bracelets help NOF promote our programs of awareness, education, advocacy and research. Join Steps for Strong Bones® and be part of this national effort to increase awareness of osteoporosis while raising funds to support NOF’s programs of awareness, advocacy, education and research. Register for NOF’s Steps for Strong Bones® events.  Find out more and locate an event near you! Advocate for Bone Health! Take Action Ask Congress to reverse DXA reimbursement cuts and protect patient access to osteoporosis testing JOIN THE BONE HEALTH ADVOCACY NETWORK and get the tools you need to become an effective advocate for bone health. BONE HEALTH ADVOCATES SURVEY Help us tailor our advocacy programs to your needs and interests. A Reference Guide for Osteoporosis Reimbursement Policy for Healthcare Professionals Download the Patient Information Brochure: Paying for Your Osteoporosis Medications: What You Need to Know To order a print copy free of charge, please contact Betty Hawkins at 1-800-231-4222 May 21st, 2009: Congressional Briefing: Achieving a National Vision for Bone Health Join Us Read about the National Action Plan for Bone Health Help Fight Osteoporosis Join NOF's Online Support Community Connect. Share. Inspire. This is your place on the Web to meet friends, ask questions, and share stories about osteoporosis and bone health - all within a safe, secure environment. We hope you'll enjoy the time you spend here. HONOR YOUR LOVED ONE! Support NOF and mark a milestone in your loved one's life by creating a personalized tribute page Become a Health Professional Member! Professional Membership in NOF provides access to the latest scientific information, publications and programs on the causes, prevention and treatment of osteoporosis as well as access to patient education materials. Partner with the Health Care Community by becoming a PPN Member. Educational Resources for Health Professionals The NOF Learning Center Click here for Continuing Education Certificates- Deadline to Access June 06, 2009 Click here to purchase ISO8 audio recordings Click here for the latest CE Opportunities Osteoporosis International Annual Subscription Rates through NOF: NOF members $175 (a savings of $87) Non-members $195 (a savings of $67) Discounted subscriptions in the U.S. are only available through NOF. NOF's New Clinician's Guide To order printed copies of the Guide, fill out the order form and mail or fax it to us with your payment. FRAX™- WHO Fracture Risk Assessment Tool Click here to learn about the updates made to the Frax™ Tool Educational Resources for General Public The Bone Tool Kit The Bone Tool Kit is a great resource with easy-to-read information on bone health and osteoporosis for health professionals and the general public. It is available in English and Spanish. The Osteoporosis Report Surgeon General’s Report on Bone Health & Osteoporosis What It Means to You Other Educational Materials Beat The Break: Home Safety Checklist Osteoporosis: Can It Happen to You?- Risk Factor Questionnaire Guidelines for Safe Movement NOF's 2009 Awareness and Prevention Month Materials NOF meets the standards of the Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Alliance.