Osteoporosis Canada

09/17/2026

Ground is versatile and delicious and can be used in so many ways including in Bolognese Lasagna Rolls. noodles are filled with beef sauce and and then rolled up and baked until done. A perfect make ahead meal which is . Each serving has 350mg , 30g and 45mg . Get the https://bit.ly/4hbwyDM

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09/11/2026

“Straight out denying me is cruel because this therapy will give me life.”

It took decades for Lisa McColeman to understand the frequent fractures she was experiencing were because of (HPP), a rare genetic bone disease. Now, her mobility is rapidly declining and she faces unbearable that is affecting her ability to live the life she loves. Lisa shared her story with Global News on her fight for access to Health Canada-approved therapy for – Strensiq, with her medical specialist Dr. Rick Adachi.

The Ontario government is refusing to allow Lisa access because they say she was too old once she finally received a diagnosis. Together, they are asking the Ford government to work with the manufacturer to find a solution that will give Lisa a chance to maintain her independence and quality of life. Watch the full interview and find more information on Lisa's story and HPP here https://bit.ly/46fG8R8

09/11/2026

“Straight out denying me is cruel because this therapy will give me life.”

It took decades for Lisa McColeman to understand the frequent fractures she was experiencing were because of (HPP), a rare genetic bone disease. Now, her mobility is rapidly declining and she faces unbearable that is affecting her ability to live the life she loves. Lisa shared her story with Global News on her fight for access to Health Canada-approved therapy for – Strensiq, with her medical specialist Dr. Rick Adachi.

The Ontario government is refusing to allow Lisa access because they say she was too old once she finally received a diagnosis. Together, they are asking the Ford government to work with the manufacturer to find a solution that will give Lisa a chance to maintain her independence and quality of life. Watch the full interview and find more information on Lisa's story and HPP here https://bit.ly/46fG8R8

https://globalnews.ca/video/12048972/ontarian-with-rare-condition-fights-for-access-to-groundbreaking-drug/

Watch Ontarian with rare condition fights for access to ‘groundbreaking’ drug Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca

08/25/2026

“They'll pay for me to die, but they won't give me the money to live."

Those are the words of Centre Wellington resident Lisa McColeman, a wife, mother, grandmother, and retired teacher living with , a rare genetic bone disease that causes debilitating fractures, chronic pain, and declining mobility.

There is a Health Canada-approved treatment for her condition, which her medical specialist wants her to take, but Lisa is unable to access it due to Ontario's public funding criteria. Without it, she is seriously weighing medical assistance in dying.

As her condition continues to worsen, Lisa is appealing to the Premier of Ontario and Health Minister for a chance to remain independent, spend time with her grandchildren, and live her life without the constant fear of her next fracture.

Lisa recently shared her story with the Wellington Advertiser.
Read her story: https://bit.ly/4cF0pD8

08/25/2026

“They'll pay for me to die, but they won't give me the money to live."

Those are the words of Centre Wellington resident Lisa McColeman, a wife, mother, grandmother, and retired Ontario teacher living with , a rare genetic bone disease that causes debilitating fractures, chronic pain, and declining mobility.

There is a Health Canada-approved treatment for her condition, which her medical specialist wants her to take, but Lisa is unable to access it due to Ontario's public funding criteria. Without it, she is seriously weighing medical assistance in dying.

As her condition continues to worsen, Lisa is appealing to the Ontario Premier and Health Minister for a chance to remain independent, spend time with her grandchildren, and live her life without the constant fear of her next fracture.

Lisa recently shared her story with The Wellington Advertiser .
Read her story https://bit.ly/4cF0pD8

08/25/2026

Lisa is a wife, mother, grandmother, and retired Ontario teacher. Today she is struggling to live with pediatric-onset , a rare genetic disease that causes chronic pain, , mobility challenges, and progressive health decline. Despite an approved treatment being available in Canada, Lisa has been unable to access it and has exhausted all other options. As her condition continues to worsen, she and her family are appealing to Health Minister for help and hope.
🎧 Joined by her medical specialist, Dr. Rick Adachi, Lisa shares her powerful story about the realities of living with HPP and the challenges some patients face accessing the care they need. Listen to The Tonic podcast episode now https://bit.ly/3TKFVm0

If you or someone you know has experienced challenges accessing treatment for pediatric-onset HPP and would be willing to share your story let us know in the comments.

08/10/2026

Lisa is a wife, mother, grandmother, and retired Ontario teacher. Today she is struggling to live with pediatric-onset , a rare genetic disease that causes chronic pain, , mobility challenges, and progressive health decline. Despite an approved treatment being available in Canada, Lisa has been unable to access it and has exhausted all other options. As her condition continues to worsen, she and her family are appealing to Health Minister for help and hope.

🎧 Joined by her medical specialist, Dr. Rick Adachi, Lisa shares her powerful story about the realities of living with HPP and the challenges some patients face accessing the care they need. Listen to The Tonic podcast episode now https://bit.ly/3TKFVm0

If you or someone you know has experienced challenges accessing treatment for pediatric-onset HPP and would be willing to share your story let us know in the comments.

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08/06/2026

Breast cancer requires treatments to manage and prevent possible recurrence of the disease. However, a side effect of these treatments can be breast cancer induced bone loss resulting in , putting the individual at risk for fragility fractures.

Join us Wednesday, September 23 for Breast Cancer + Bone Health with Dr. Carol Townsley, a general practitioner in oncology and medical director of the After Cancer Treatment Transition Clinic at Women's College Hospital who will share information on treatments and bone loss and the strategies that can be used to maintain bone health in this population. Register today https://bit.ly/45IVTj3

07/30/2026

Do you take medication to manage ? Have you begun a prescription and then stopped taking it before speaking to your healthcare provider? Or have you missed a dose of your medication and are unsure of what to do? Watch the OC REPLAY: How To Manage and Administer Medications Effectively for Osteoporosis with Carla Purcell, BScN RN-AP CMSN(C) FLS Nurse at Dartmouth General Hospital and FLS Clinical Nurse Educator for Nova Scotia Health who has specific expertise in and osteoporosis. Watch Now https://bit.ly/4vXLrPm

Do you take medication to manage osteoporosis? Are you sure of how to take it or administer it correctly? Have you begun a prescription and then stopped taking it before speaking to your health care provider? Or have you missed a dose of your medication and are unsure of what to do? Watch Carla Purc...

07/29/2026

Joignez-vous à nous le 10 septembre en compagnie de la Dre Claudia Gagnon qui abordera la manière dont les traitements à base de GLP-1 modifient non seulement l’appétit, mais aussi les habitudes individuelles, ainsi que les stratégies nécessaires pour limiter la perte et dans le cadre d’un programme médical de perte de poids et les recommandations en matière d’alimentation et d’activité physique. S'inscrire https://bit.ly/4fZg2ay

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La perte de poids induite par des médicaments présente de nombreux avantages pour la santé générale d’un individu, toutefois, elle entraîne également des répercussions sur la santé osseuse et musculaire qu’il convient de prendre en compte et de prendre en charge.