World Osteoporosis Day: 20 October

The World Osteoporosis Day (WOD) is observed annually on October 20. The day aims to raise global awareness of the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis and metabolic bone disease. WOD is organized by the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF), by launch of a year-long campaign with a specific theme. In 2021 the Global WOD Campaign theme is “Serve Up Bone Strength”.

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What is osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis causes bones to become weak and fragile so that they break easily – even as a result of a minor fall, a bump, a sneeze, or a sudden movement. Fractures caused by osteoporosis can be life-threatening and a major cause of pain and long-term disability. Osteoporosis is a growing global problem worldwide. It affects one in three women and one in five men over the age of 50.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

• International Osteoporosis Foundation Headquarters location: Nyon, Switzerland;
• International Osteoporosis Foundation President: Cyrus Cooper;
• International Osteoporosis Foundation Founded: 1998.

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