International Osteoporosis Foundation

03/09/2026

🦴 ? Strong bones and osteoporosis prevention begin early in life.

By around age 18 in girls and 20 in boys, up to 90% of peak bone mass can already be achieved, laying the foundation for lifelong bone health.

Key habits to keep in mind at all ages include:

💪 Regular physical activity
🥗 A balanced, nutritious diet
🥛 Enough calcium and vitamin D
🚭 Healthy lifestyle choices

Build strong bones today for a stronger you.

📖 Learn more in IOF's “Building Strong Bones in Youth,” brochure:
https://bit.ly/3LiDq1P

02/09/2026

🦴 Keep your bones and muscles moving!

Regular physical activity is an important part of maintaining strong bones and muscles throughout life.

For this year's World Osteoporosis Day, help us inspire more people to get moving. Share your exercise routine and encourage your colleagues, patients and networks to join the Move for Your Bones movement.

📸 Upload a photo or video of yourself getting active and tag IOF.

Together, we can help build, protect and strengthen bones for life.

31/08/2026

🦴 Build strong bones with calcium-rich foods!

Did you know that 99% of the calcium in your body is stored in your skeleton? Calcium is an important building block of bone, helping support strong, healthy bones throughout life.

From dairy products to green vegetables, nuts, tofu and calcium-fortified foods, there are many ways to include calcium in a balanced, nutritious diet. 🥛🥦🌱

Looking for inspiration? Download our Calcium-Rich Food List and discover calcium-containing foods from around the world. The resource is available in multiple languages.

👉 https://bit.ly/3xqpwox

Build strong bones today for stronger bones throughout life.

25/08/2026

🦴 DidYouKnow?

Going through menopause before age 45 can increase your risk of osteoporosis.

If you’ve experienced early menopause, talk to your doctor about what you can do to help protect your bones.

Knowledge is the first step to protecting your bone health. 💙

Learn more about women’s bone health: https://bit.ly/3GyJYYy

19/08/2026

IOF is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor René Rizzoli as the new Editor-in-Chief for the European Office of ‘Osteoporosis International’ and ‘Archives of Osteoporosis’, effective 1 September 2026.

An internationally respected clinician, researcher, and editor, Professor Rizzoli brings extensive expertise in metabolic bone diseases, osteoporosis, and scientific publishing. His distinguished editorial experience and commitment to scientific excellence position him well to lead the journal into its next chapter.

We also extend our sincere gratitude to Professor John A. Kanis, who has served as Editor-in-Chief for the European Office since 2008. His outstanding leadership has helped establish ‘Osteoporosis International’ as one of the world's leading journals in osteoporosis and metabolic bone disease.

We look forward to working with Professor Rizzoli as the journal continues to publish impactful research that advances scientific knowledge, informs clinical practice, and ultimately improves patient care worldwide.

Read the full announcement: https://bit.ly/4hBvCup

18/08/2026

We are delighted to announce a new chapter for ‘Calcified Tissue International and Musculoskeletal Research’ with the appointment of Professors Etienne Cavalier and Roland Chapurlat as Co-Editors-in-Chief, effective 1 September 2026.

They succeed Professor René Rizzoli, whose editorial leadership has helped strengthen the journal's reputation for scientific excellence.

Together, Professors Cavalier and Chapurlat bring complementary expertise across laboratory science, translational research and clinical investigation. They will work with the editorial team, including Musculoskeletal Research Section Editor, Professor Roger A. Fielding, to build on the journal's strong foundations. We also warmly welcome Professor Atsushi Suzuki, who joins the editorial team as Associate Editor.

IOF extends its sincere gratitude to Professor Rizzoli for his outstanding leadership and dedicated service. Under his tenure, the journal was recognised among the top 15% of all Springer Nature journals for editorial excellence in 2025, reflecting his commitment to scientific quality and editorial rigour.

Read the full announcement here: https://bit.ly/3UnyKAh

11/08/2026

Capture The Fracture® is proud to welcome its first Fracture Liaison Service (FLS) from Venezuela. We extend a warm welcome to the Unidad de Traumatologia de Alta Complejidad of the Hospital de Clínicas Caracas. Our growing network now numbers 1355 FLS in 66 countries!

If your FLS is not yet a member and would like to join, find out how to get mapped here:
https://bit.ly/3wqY8VU

Take advantage of the opportunity to be a part of a respected global network, and to benefit from free assessment and recognition!

11/08/2026

According to a U.S. study published in Osteoporosis International, bone density testing for osteoporosis screening by DXA declined by 35% among Medicare beneficiaries between 2005 and 2023.

The steepest declines were observed among racial, ethnic, and socioeconomically disadvantaged populations.

Preventive visits were the strongest predictor of whether a beneficiary underwent DXA, increasing the odds of testing nearly tenfold, according to the researchers.

This suggests that policy solutions should not only focus on ensuring adequate reimbursement for the scan, but also on improving access to primary and preventive care, especially in underserved communities.

READ more: https://www.dotmed.com/news/story/66658

Substantial decline in utilization across two decades, particularly among ethnic minorities

10/08/2026

We’re excited to announce that registrations are now open for the 2027 edition of the World Congress on Osteoporosis, Osteoarthritis and Musculoskeletal Diseases (WCO-IOF-ESCEO)!

👉 Register now: https://bit.ly/2A5uWac

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with leading experts, discover the latest scientific advances, and be part of an exceptional global event held in Vienna, Austria, from April 8-11, 2027.

We look forward to welcoming you in Vienna!

07/08/2026

It's never too late to treat osteoporosis in older adults.

Access Prof. Cathleen Colon-Emeric's lecture exploring osteoporosis management in patients with advanced age, dementia, and frailty within a Fracture Liaison Service (FLS), now available in the IOF Academy, here: https://bit.ly/3TFrfo9

Discover practical, evidence-based strategies to:
🦴 Estimate fracture risk and remaining life expectancy
⏳ Understand the lag time to benefit of common osteoporosis treatments
👥 Apply the **Geriatric 4Ms** framework to guide patient-centered care for older and frail adults

Gain the knowledge and tools to make informed treatment decisions for patients with complex geriatric needs.