Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Single BMD, fracture history predict long-term fracture risk

(HealthDay)—For older women, a single bone mineral density (BMD) measure and fracture history can predict long-term fracture risk, according to a study published online July 18 in the Journal of Bone and Mineral Research.

Attention deficit disorders

ADHD medications associated with diminished bone health in kids

Children and adolescents who take medication for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) show decreased bone density, according to a large cross-sectional study presented today at the 2016 Annual Meeting of the American ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Bone strength + bone mineral density screening cost-effective

(HealthDay)—Combined assessment of bone strength and bone mineral density is a cost-effective strategy for osteoporosis screening in postmenopausal women, according to a study published in the November issue of Radiology.

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