The Bone Health for Life web site has a primary focus on the ways Australian women and their health professionals can manage their health and thereby improve their bone health throughout the course of their lives.

The development of strong bones for everyone begins early in life and requires continuous maintenance. Practical health and lifestyle information is provided for women and their health professionals to improve bone health, and prevent and manage osteoporosis.

For Consumers

The consumer area presents referenced information on the management and prevention of osteoporosis and the promotion of bone health in general.

These topics allow you to understand how you can develop, maintain and improve your bone health. Technical and medical terms are explained simply. Included are frequently asked questions (FAQs), a glossary and search function to aid in your understanding.

Staying healthy throughout your life is an excellent way to keep your bones healthy too.

Find out what you might focus on at a particular stages of your life. 

Consumers are welcome to review the Health Professionals area.

For Health Professionals

The health professionals area presents referenced information and, where possible, an evidence-based approach to the management and prevention of osteoporosis and the promotion of bone health.

Content updated February 20, 2006