When people think of osteoporosis, they often picture an older woman. It’s true that postmenopausal women have the highest risk, but they’re not the only ones who need to worry about their bones. Osteoporosis affects both women and men.1 In fact, about 20% of osteoporosis cases occur in men, and one in five men over […]

Staying active is one of the best things you can do for your bones. Like muscles, bones become stronger when you use them. Low-impact weight-bearing exercises (activities that make you move against gravity) help stimulate bone cells and maintain bone density.1 Examples include walking, hiking, dancing, and climbing stairs. Swimming and cycling are not weight-bearing exercise, however.2,5 In fact, research shows that healthy postmenopausal […]

Osteoporosis is best managed with a partnership between you and your healthcare providers. Good communication is key: it ensures that you understand your treatment and that your concerns are addressed. Many people with osteoporosis are cared for primarily by their family doctor, who might also refer you to specialists like an endocrinologist or rheumatologist (doctors […]

Menopause is a natural stage in every woman’s life, but it can bring changes that go well beyond hot flushes and sleep difficulties. One of those changes involves blood pressure. Research suggests that the years around menopause may be associated with a rise in blood pressure for some women, and this is something worth taking […]

Managing osteoporosis isn’t just about doctors and medications: it’s also about how you live day to day. Adopting certain healthy habits can help protect your bones and improve your overall well-being as you navigate this condition. Quit smoking and limit alcohol:1 Smoking is harmful to your bones (among many other things). If you smoke, make […]

A menopause appointment is a conversation between you and your doctor — and conversations work well when both people are ready to take part. Whether this is a first appointment to understand what is happening to your body, or a return visit to discuss whether your current management is working, giving yourself a bit of […]

Menopause is more than the end of your periods. It is a natural change in your hormones that can affect many parts of the body — including the brain, bones and heart.1 These changes begin quietly, often years before you notice any symptoms.2 Which Hormones Change During Menopause, and Why? Menopause happens as the ovaries […]

If your doctor has suggested a blood test as part of investigating menopause, you may have come across terms like FSH, oestradiol, or oestrogen profile. These hormones are central to the reproductive cycle, and levels change during menopausal transition1. Knowing how results sit alongside your symptoms, age, and medical history — can make for a […]

The years around menopause mark the most rapid period of bone loss in a woman’s life and significantly raise the risk of osteoporosis and fracture.1,2 Bone health can be supported through lifestyle measures and, when needed, appropriate medical treatment.2 Why Does Menopause Increase the Risk of Osteoporosis? Bone is continuously remodelled: osteoclasts break down old […]

Knowing that support exists for menopause symptoms is one thing — knowing how to access it, who to see, and what to expect is another. Many women find that navigating healthcare during the menopausal transition is more complicated than they expected: appointments can feel rushed, and symptoms are sometimes attributed to other causes like stress […]