“Fractures from osteoporosis are more common than heart attack, stroke and breast cancer combined. At least 1 in 3 women and 1 in 5 men will suffer from osteoporotic fracture during their lifetime” – Osteoporosis Canada.
When: January 16th, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Where: The Wicklow Pub, 610 Stamps Landing, Vancouver
This free event (please register here) includes:
• Panel discussions
• Face to Face Q & A
• Refreshments
• Networking opportunities
Dr. Jerilynn Prior will discuss how bones change throughout a woman’s life. She will also discuss risk factors and strategies to prevent osteoporosis.
Dr. Susan Barr will share her findings showing that women with unhealthy eating attitudes tend to experience hormonal disturbances, putting them at risks of osteoporosis. She will also talk about how nutrition and exercise together affect bone health.
Click here for speakers’ biographies.
This event is organized by SCWIST, IWIS and CIHR Café Scientifique.