Researchers Find Surprising Results and Push for Broader Osteoporosis Screenings (VIDEO)

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Researchers at National Jewish Health are working to make sure more men are screened for osteoporosis. Elizabeth Regan, M.D., Ph.D., recently found that men who are current or former smokers were more likely to suffer a fractured spine or have low bone density. Details: http://bit.ly/1OGKphb

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