One million Hispanic women have been diagnosed with osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by low bone mass and structural deterioration of bone tissue. This disease makes the bones fragile and increases susceptibility to fractures, especially of the hip, spine and wrist. Some Hispanic women have osteoporosis but do not know it. The fractures caused by osteoporosis are painful and may take a long time to heal. Also they can limit a person’s capacity to work and stay active.
We have created this brochure to inform readers about the seriousness of osteoporosis and how to prevent it. Keeping your bones healthy is an important part of your general health. Find out what you can do to prevent this serious disease. Keep your bones healthy!