Today is World Osteoporosis Day

Osteoporosis is a disease that can have few symptoms, so you may not know you even have it.

St. Joseph's Centre, Clonsilla, are marking the day by highlighting the rates, causes, management and prevention of osteoporosis. Meadhb O'Donnell CNSp, Care of the Older Person will be taking peoples blood pressure, as high blood pressure may cause people to fall.

St. Joseph's, Centre also have a falls committee that aim to identify fall trends within St. Joseph's and to increase awareness in this area.

Here is an information leaflet on how to help prevent falls  Click Here

Watch this video on 10 exercises to do for good bone health Click Here

Here is a website for recipes that help keep bones healthy Click Here