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A CME-Certified Newsletter
Osteoporosis: The Surgeon General's Call to Action Changing the Picture of Aging in America
Introduction
Osteoporosis is a major health issue in this country, particularly as the American population continues to age. This CME-certified newsletter reviews research, recommendations, and strategies on treatment and fracture prevention that will enable medical professionals to better manage their patients at risk for osteoporosis. In addition to information derived from the satellite broadcast, "Osteoporosis: The Surgeon General's Call to Action," medical professionals will find a valuable insert that summarizes the key messages of the Surgeon General's Report on Bone Health and Osteoporosis and additional data on the vital role of vitamin D and calcium in the prevention of osteoporosis.
Educational Objectives
At the end of this activity, it is intended that the participant will be able to:
- Discuss the burden of osteoporosis on the individual and community, including the various economic, social, and emotional aspects of the disease;
- Consider current diagnostic and screening recommendations for osteoporosis;
- Evaluate osteoporosis treatment and prevention strategies;
- Understand the key messages of the Surgeon General's Report on Osteoporosis and Bone Health;
- Examine the vital role of calcium and vitamin D in fracture prevention and overall good bone health.
Faculty
Faculty and Content: The following experts participated in the live satellite broadcast, "Osteoporosis: The Surgeon General's Call to Action - Changing the Picture of Aging in America," that aired on June 21, 2005. The content of the newsletter is based on the information and data they presented during the broadcast, as well as additional information on calcium and vitamin D intake.
Tommy G. Thompson, JD
Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
2001-2004
Marc C. Hochberg, MD, MPH
Professor of Medicine
Head, Division of Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Baltimore, MD
Henry G. Bone, MD
Director, Michigan Bone and Mineral Clinic
Head, Endocrinology Division
St. John Hospital and Medical Center
Detroit, MI
Medical Reviewer
Syndey Bonnick, MD, FACP
Medical Director, Clinical Research Center of North Texas
Adjunct Professor, Departments of Biology nd Kinesiology,
University of North Texas, Denton, TX
