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Study Shows Exercise Shields Against Osteoporosis
Women who did weight-bearing sports such as swimming had greater bone density in menopause

CT Colonography Screens for Cancer, Osteoporosis
Abdominal scan checks bone mineral density with no additional radiation, minimal cost

Young Gymnasts Facing Broad Range of New Injuries
MRI scans show knuckle, wrist and bone damage that could develop into early osteoarthritis

Women Smokers Lose 14.5 Years Off Life Span
November is lung cancer awareness month, and doctors urge everyone to kick the habit

Sport Supplement May Help Shield Seniors From Falls
Beta-alanine boosts muscle, balance, study finds

Successive Births, HRT Use Boost Joint Replacement Risks
Early puberty also a factor in increased chance of knee, hip surgeries, study finds

New Drug May Strengthen Women’s Bones
In study, denosumab outperformed a standard osteoporosis therapy

Vitamin K Doesn’t Slow Bone Loss
But high doses may protect against fractures, cancer, study suggests

Resistance Training Boosts Mobility in Knee Arthritis Patients
Using free weights, isometric exercise tied to overall increase in physical activity levels

Occupational Therapy Plus Exercise Benefits Osteoarthritis
Taking more active role in their health helps patients stave off decline, study finds