Osteoporosis in Focus

Osteoporosis is a major healthcare problem,
affecting the lives of many individuals worldwide.
In the UK alone, over 200,000 osteoporosis-
related fractures occur annually - a figure that
is set to increase as the population ages.
Pharmacists see many patients with osteoporosis,
and thus will benefit from a deeper understanding
of this disease.

Osteoporosis in Focus contains a clear, concise
discussion of osteoporosis and reviews the role
of the pharmacist in counselling patients on
their illness, lifestyle and medicines. Chapter
topics include prevention, monitoring the
condition, interventions, drug treatment, hormone
replacement therapy, bisphosphonates, and
screening.