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Osteoporosis

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Reviewed:: May 4, 2026 by Biology

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Overview:

Learn about osteoporosis — a disease that weakens bones — including risk factors, early signs and osteopenia, bone density testing, treatment, and prevention.

Osteoporosis is one of topics under the NIH National Institute on Aging. It gives an overview of osteoporosis, diagnosis, prevention, treatment, and suggestions of activities for managing the disease.

Type of Material:

Tutorial

Recommended Uses:

Intended for indidual review and learning

Technical Requirements:

None.

Identify Major Learning Goals:

After using the site, the learner should know:

Risk factors for osteoporosis
How osteoporosis is diagnosed
How osteoporosis is treated
How to keep bones strong as they age

Target Student Population:

High School, College General Ed, College Lower Division, anyone over 50 years of age

Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:

No additional knowledge needed--written for the layperson

Content Quality

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Strengths:

Written in plain language
The information is clear and concise
Information is current
Answers basic questions older persons or caregivers might have.
Site provided by National Institute on Aging
The information is accurate and provides a good basic background about the material.
Links to supporting information are provided
The content is reviewed and updated regularly

Concerns:

Information on specific medications involved not directly linked on site

Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool

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Strengths:

Information organized by questions someone might have about osteoporosis
Numerous links for clarification or more information
Several treatments for osteoporosis listed
Prevention of osteoporosis in the first place is covered
Reinforces concepts progressively
The resource is easy to use as a basis for writing assignment
Relatedness between concepts is emphasized

Concerns:

None

Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty

Rating:

Strengths:

Site is in larger fonts, easy to read
Navigation is easy as parts of site organized in a question ands answer format
Bold font used appropriately to focus on main points
The resource appears accessible
There is a Spanish version for those who prefer it.
Contact information for organization dealing with the condition is provided.

Concerns:

None

Other Issues and Comments:: This material is in the public domain (National Institutes of Health)
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