The burden of osteoporosis and fragility fractures (IMAGE)

International Osteoporosis Foundation

The burden of osteoporosis and fragility fractures

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This infographic shows the enormous burden of osteoporosis and related fragility fractures, and that the disease remains underdiagnosed and undertreated. With timely diagnosis and treatment, fragility fractures can be prevented. 

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International Osteoporosis Foundation

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