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Task Force Urges Osteoporosis Screening for Older Women

1/15/2025

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The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force urges women aged 65 and older to undergo osteoporosis screening to avert painful fractures. This silent disease, often unnoticed until a break occurs, predominantly impacts postmenopausal women. By identifying risk factors and embracing healthier lifestyles, early detection can empower women to combat this preventable and manageable condition.

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The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force urges women aged 65 and older to undergo osteoporosis screening to avert painful fractures. This silent disease, often unnoticed until a break occurs, predominantly impacts postmenopausal women. By identifying risk factors and embracing healthier lifestyles, early detection can empower women to combat this preventable and manageable condition.