Sharjah 24: World Osteoporosis Day is observed annually on 20 October, with the aim to raise global awareness of the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of osteoporosis.

On this occasion, Emirates Health Services (EHS) said that it continues to strive to educate and motivate patients with osteoporosis in order to make appropriate changes to their lifestyle, control their disease, and change their life for the better. 

The EHS's awareness initiatives in this regard are part of its ongoing efforts to provide osteoporosis patients with outstanding healthcare and innovative services, which is part of its strategy aimed at delivering world-class and advanced therapeutic services.

The EHS added that it provides specialized clinics equipped with competent medical cadres and state-of-the-art devices for osteoporosis patients. 

Clinics provide diagnostic and therapeutic examinations, as well as medical advice and guidance on osteoporosis.

The major focus of the EHS's programmes in that connection is to raise public awareness of the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of osteoporosis, especially after the age of 50. 

The initiatives also highlight the importance of following a healthy diet and physical activity in bone health, besides getting adequate amounts of calcium, quitting smoking, and reducing consumption of caffeine and carbonated beverages.