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Senator Tammy Baldwin Named Winner of 2023 Bone Health Champion Award

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Dienstag, Dezember 12, 2023
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ARLINGTON, Va., Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) is pleased to announce that Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) has been selected to receive the 2023 Congressional Bone Health Champion Award.

Key Points: 
  • ARLINGTON, Va., Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) is pleased to announce that Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) has been selected to receive the 2023 Congressional Bone Health Champion Award.
  • The national award annually recognizes four Members of Congress who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, advocacy, and commitment to protect and improve the bone health of Americans.
  • "Bone health is essential to our overall quality of life, especially as we age," said Senator Baldwin.
  • "The importance of bone health and its impact on an individual's overall health as well as healthcare costs is often overlooked by policymakers," said Claire Gill, CEO of the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation.

Recipients of 2023 Congressional Bone Health Champion Awards Announced

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Freitag, Dezember 1, 2023
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The awards are presented annually by BHOF to highlight the importance of bone health and the osteoporosis crisis in the U.S., and the work by national leaders to advance improvements in bone health and osteoporosis policy.

Key Points: 
  • The awards are presented annually by BHOF to highlight the importance of bone health and the osteoporosis crisis in the U.S., and the work by national leaders to advance improvements in bone health and osteoporosis policy.
  • The 2023 Congressional Bone Health Champion Award winners are:
    Senator John Barrasso (R-WY): Senator John Barrasso is a senior member of the Senate Finance Committee.
  • She is a leader on women's health issues and cosponsored BHOF's congressional briefing on women's bone health throughout the lifetime held October 25, 2023.
  • "The importance of bone health and its impact on an individual's overall health as well as healthcare costs is often overlooked by policymakers," said Claire Gill, CEO of the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation.

Stronger Together: American Bone Health Joins Forces With the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation

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Donnerstag, November 16, 2023
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ARLINGTON, Va., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) and American Bone Health (ABH) are pleased to share that beginning October 1, 2023, they joined forces under the BHOF umbrella.

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  • ARLINGTON, Va., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) and American Bone Health (ABH) are pleased to share that beginning October 1, 2023, they joined forces under the BHOF umbrella.
  • Claire Gill, Chief Executive Officer of the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation, expressed her enthusiasm, stating, "We warmly welcome American Bone Health into our organization.
  • Lisa Qualls, Executive Director of American Bone Health, echoed the sentiment, saying, "This is an exciting union centered around our shared vision of better bone health for people of all ages.
  • All of the important programs and services created by American Bone Health, including the American Bone Health Fracture Risk Calculator™, will seamlessly transition to the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation.

Thirteen States Take Action to Combat Osteoporosis and Strengthen Bone Health

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Dienstag, Mai 23, 2023
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ARLINGTON, Va., May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Thirteen states across the nation have taken steps through legislation and executive action to tackle the costly and growing problem of osteoporosis. Arizona, Connecticut, Illinois, Kentucky, Maine, Michigan, New Hampshire, New York, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin have passed, introduced legislation, or made gubernatorial proclamations calling for steps to raise awareness, take action and declare May 2023 as Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month. The states responded to a nationwide effort launched by the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) to inspire states to get the word out about this debilitating disease and its extremely high associated costs. The 2021 Milliman Research Report: Medicare Cost of Osteoporotic Fractures: The Clinical and Cost Burden of Fractures Associated with Osteoporosis utilized the latest, most detailed state-level review of the incidence of osteoporotic fractures, their health care impact, and Medicare costs. The report was commissioned by BHOF.

Key Points: 
  • The states responded to a nationwide effort launched by the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) to inspire states to get the word out about this debilitating disease and its extremely high associated costs.
  • "More than 54 million Americans are affected by osteoporosis or low bone mass, putting them at high risk of bone fractures.
  • We commend these great state leaders for their efforts to raise awareness about bone health and osteoporosis."
  • There are simple steps that people and their elected officials can take to strengthen bone health and reduce the burden of osteoporosis.

The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation Welcomes Nan Moring as New Director of Development

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Donnerstag, Mai 18, 2023
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ARLINGTON, Va., May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF), the leading health organization dedicated to preventing osteoporosis and broken bones, is pleased to announce that Nan Moring has joined the organization as director of development.

Key Points: 
  • ARLINGTON, Va., May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF), the leading health organization dedicated to preventing osteoporosis and broken bones, is pleased to announce that Nan Moring has joined the organization as director of development.
  • Ms. Moring will lead all fundraising efforts for the foundation, including corporate program support and partnerships, major gifts, planned giving, annual giving, and special events.
  • A few years ago, a bone density test revealed that Ms. Moring has low bone mass, increasing her risk of fractures.
  • "I couldn't be more excited to work alongside a dedicated team and generous supporters, all striving toward a common goal of improving bone health and preventing osteoporosis."

Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month 2023: Healthy Bones Are Always in Style

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Montag, Mai 1, 2023
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Inspiration for this year's theme, "Healthy Bones Are Always in Style," was drawn from legendary designer and fashion icon, Iris Apfel.

Key Points: 
  • Inspiration for this year's theme, "Healthy Bones Are Always in Style," was drawn from legendary designer and fashion icon, Iris Apfel.
  • BHOF offers a variety of resources to help individuals learn more about osteoporosis and how to maintain strong and healthy bones.
  • Throughout the month of May, BHOF is also hosting and sharing a variety of events to promote bone health awareness.
  • Thank you to Amgen, Inc., UCB, Inc., and BHOF's individual donors for supporting this May's Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month campaign.

The Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation Unveils New Patient-Centered Tool for Osteoporosis Prevention and Management

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Mittwoch, März 22, 2023
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ARLINGTON, Va., March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) is pleased to announce the launch of a new patient pathway online tool - Your Path to Good Bone Health. This digital knowledge-roadmap provides patients and care partners with the information they need to take control of their bone health, manage their osteoporosis and prevent debilitating fractures.

Key Points: 
  • ARLINGTON, Va., March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) is pleased to announce the launch of a new patient pathway online tool - Your Path to Good Bone Health .
  • This digital knowledge-roadmap provides patients and care partners with the information they need to take control of their bone health, manage their osteoporosis and prevent debilitating fractures.
  • The purpose of the new tool is to help people navigate the often complex and confusing process of managing osteoporosis through quick reads, videos, slide shows, and podcasts.
  • "We created Your Path to Good Bone Health, so that everyone will have the opportunity to learn more about this disease and make informed decisions when it comes to their bone health."

HealthyWomen Launches Initiative to Find Solutions to Address Unique Challenges and Needs Facing Midlife Women's Health

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Dienstag, Februar 14, 2023
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RED BANK, N.J., Feb. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HealthyWomen, the nation's leading independent nonprofit health resource for women, recently released a new report, "Aging Smart. Aging Well. A National Action Plan,'' which sheds light on the unique needs, challenges and opportunities women face, particularly as they age. The report will serve as the basis for a multiyear initiative leveraging HealthyWomen's 30-plus years of experience and research to foster systemic change that meets the critical needs of women today and our daughters tomorrow, while also shifting the dialogue to one of positive aging. 

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  • A National Action Plan,'' which sheds light on the unique needs, challenges and opportunities women face, particularly as they age.
  • These areas include autoimmune disorders, bone health, cancer, cardiovascular health, menopause, mental health and substance use, chronic pain, and sexual and reproductive health.
  • A National Action Plan," there is a pressing need to address the unique challenges and needs of women in midlife across education, policy, communications, and data and technology.
  • ;Black Women's Health Imperative (BWHI); Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF); DiabetesSisters; Elektra Health; Mary Jane Minkin, M.D.