The Silver Book: Osteoporosis


 

Publication Date: July 2008

Publisher: Alliance for Aging Research; National Osteoporosis Foundation

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Research Area: Health

Keywords: Statistics; Osteoporosis

Type: Report

Abstract:

The first volume of The Silver Book was launched in 2006 and has quickly become a trusted resource for health policy practitioners. The Silver Bookà à ®: Osteoporosis is the latest volume in this important collection. Each section in the volume includes charts, statistics, and key findings that together paint a comprehensive picture of the burden of osteoporosis and the tremendous potential of innovation. Much of the data focuses on the older populationà à ¢ those most at risk for osteoporosis-related fractures.