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The Arizona Department of Health Services - Osteoporosis Program and AZOC developed the updated Osteoporosis Facts as part of a new statewide partnership.
Contents of the article include:
- Prevalence and Incidence data
- Risk Factors Weight Bearing Exercise, Smoking
Genetics/Family History Diet/Calcium Intake Age & Gender
- Fractures due to Osteoporosis
- Screening
AZOC is partnering with the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) to expand osteoporosis screening, resources and prevention education across the state. Part of the program is a pilot bone density screening in three counties, Coconino, Yuma and Yavapai Well Woman program.
http://www.wellwomanhealthcheck.org/