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Bariatric Surgery Seems to Result In Greater Bone Fractures by Linda Posted Thu 11 Jun 2009 12:00am more broken bones in that time Most breaks occurred in the bones of the hands and feet, but hip, spine and humerus (upper arm bone) fractures also were found. The researchers... A new study done at the Mayo clinic shows that bariatric surgery to induce weight loss puts a person at greater risk for broken bones. People who had bariatric procedures Read on »

"Significantly Higher Bone Fracture Risk" for HIV-infected Patients by Dr. J. Mariano Anto Bruno M. Medical Doctor

Posted Mon 20 Oct 2008 3:00am fractures. “Previous studies had indicated towards reduced bone density among HIV-infected patients but not much was known about patients being more prone to fractures", said Dr... increase in bone fractures among HIV-infected patients, using data from a large healthcare system," he added. In the study, researchers analyzed data from the Partners HealthCare Read on »

Possible Increased Risk of Bone Fractures With Certain Antacid Drugs by FDA Posted Tue 25 May 2010 7:37am Printer-friendly PDF (283 KB) There is a possible increased risk of fractures of the hip, wrist, and spine if you take certain drugs... in treating a variety of gastrointestinal disorders. Be aware that an increased risk of fractures of the hip, wrist, and spine have been reported in some studies of people who use Read on »

Soy Protein Cuts Bone Fracture Risk by Cathy T. Healthy Living Professional

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Posted Wed 01 Oct 2008 8:20pm of fractures, researchers said on Monday. Bone loss is particularly quick in women during the five to seven years after menopause when a drop-off in estrogen levels may cause them... to carry health risks, including stroke, and soy protein has been viewed as a possible alternative. Other ways for menopausal women to retard bone loss suggested by the U.S. Food Read on »

Soy protein cuts bone fracture risk -study by Cathy T. Healthy Living Professional

Posted Wed 01 Oct 2008 8:20pm Eating soy-based foods lessens the progress of osteoporosis in women after menopause, when hormonal changes can rapidly thin bones and increase the risk of fractures... risks, including stroke, and soy protein has been viewed as a possible alternative. Read the report here Read on »

Long-term Use of Osteoporosis Medication May Reduce Bone Fracture Risk for Some Patients by Ed H. Doctor of Pharmacy

Posted Wed 09 May 2012 7:00pm Continuing a popular but controversial treatment for osteoporosis could reduce spine fracture risk for a particular group of patients, but others could see little to no change if they discontinue it. Based on available evidence, a UCSF researcher reevaluated his 2006 finding from a randomized 10-year study of alendronate, a type of bisphosphona ... Read on »

FDA Statement on ASBMR report: Possible Increased Risk of Certain Types of Thigh Bone Fractures with Long-Term Bisphosphonates U by FDA Posted Wed 15 Sep 2010 9:25am . Clinical trial data for bisphosphonates approved for the prevention and/or treatment of osteoporosis support effectiveness for the reduction of common bone fractures for three..., providing important perspectives on the potential association between long term treatment with the class of osteoporosis drugs known as bisphosphonates and a rare but serious type Read on »

Adults With HIV at Increased Risk of Bone Fractures, Study Finds by HealthFinder Posted Fri 11 Mar 2011 12:00pm healthnewslink Annual fracture rates up... 11 (HealthDay News) -- Adults infected with HIV -- particularly adults between 25 and 54 -- are at increased risk for bone fractures compared to the general population, a new Read on »

Vitamin K supplement may help prevent bone fractures and cancers by Dr. John Z. Medical Doctor

Posted Tue 14 Oct 2008 9:10pm A vitamin K1 supplement does not protect against age-related decreasing bone density, but may protect against fractures and cancers in postmenopausal women. However, Dr. Angela Cheung, the lead author of the study, cautioned that although the clinical trial observations on fractures and cancers are “intriguing”, they are based on small numbers Read on »

Bone Fractures Suspected with Anti-Osteoporosis Drug by Mark Pegram Posted Fri 15 Oct 2010 4:44pm What do bone fractures, damaged jawbones, and esophageal cancer have in common? It is possible that they may be caused by the anti-osteoporosis drug, bisphosphonates... was some sunshine. By taking the drug, it appears that the side effects are worse than the ‘supposed’ treatment. How many other chronic diseases are results of sun phobia? Go Read on »