Introduction

One effect of our aging population is that more women and men are at risk of developing osteoporosis. Recent studies have shown that osteoporosis-related vertebral fractures are underdiagnosed by primary care physicians and that many PCPs are not familiar with national guidelines or the latest osteoporosis management strategies. Bone Health Update 2005 can help physicians and other medical professionals who treat patients at risk for osteoporosis by providing them with an up-to-date, easy-to-use resource featuring the latest clinical trial data, diagnostic guidelines and therapeutic options.