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What People with Lupus Need to Know About Osteoporosis
Description
Publication Year: 2009
Language: English
Website: http://www.niams.nih.gov/Health_Info/Bone/Osteoporosis/Conditions_Behaviors/osteoporosis_lupus.asp
Women with lupus may be five times more likely to experience a fracture from osteoporosis. This publication explains this increased risk of bone loss and fractures and offers lifestyle strategies to help keep your bones healthy.
Availability
This publication is available only on the Internet.
Source
Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases National Resource Center, NIAMS, NIH, HHS
2 AMS Circle
Bethesda MD 20892-3676
Phone: 202-223-0344
Toll-free Phone: (800) 624-2663 En/Sp
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