From the WHP annual calendar · Wednesday, October 20, 2027
World Osteoporosis Day
World Osteoporosis Day (October 20). Osteoporosis: 6 million people affected in Germany, mainly women post-menopause and men over 70. Often undetected until the first bone fracture. Workplace risk factors: little exercise, vitamin D deficiency (office work), being underweight, smoking. Statutory health insurance covers bone density measurement (DXA) for at-risk individuals. The company can provide education.
Idea to get started
Brief occupational physician input (15 minutes): osteoporosis risk check with a validated questionnaire (FRAX). Address vitamin D supplementation (especially for office employees with little sunlight). Info: statutory health insurance covers DXA measurement for at-risk individuals – ask your GP!
Did you know?
- people with osteoporosis
- 5.6 million
- of them women
- 4.5 million
More than 5.6 million people in Germany have osteoporosis, almost 4.5 million of them women. Training muscle strength and coordination helps strengthen bones and prevent fractures.
Source: vdek Thüringen, Pressemitteilung zum Weltosteoporosetag 2023
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