At least 1 in 5 women older than 50 in the U.S. have osteoporosis, but many don’t realize it. Women 65 years and older should have a bone density scan to screen for osteoporosis, updated guidelines ...

If you’re someone who’s at risk for developing osteoporosis, you’re probably well-accustomed to receiving regular bone density tests. Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA or DXA) is a radiologic ...

It’s common to think of your bones as solid and unchanging, but they’re composed of living tissue constantly in flux. Consider: Every year, 15% of your spine and 5% of your hips are replaced with new ...

HOUSTON, Oct. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Echolight, a global innovator in bone densitometry, will be exhibiting at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) 2025 Congress to demonstrate bone ...

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With aging comes bone density loss, especially in post-menopausal women. A new study finds that supplementing with blackcurrant can ameliorate a host of conditions, including postmenopausal bone loss ...

Once bone density is lost, it cannot typically be rebuilt, but you may be able to prevent further loss. Calcium and vitamin D, along with exercise and managing medications, are important for bone ...