20/10/2026
Happy World Osteoporosis Day. Ask you pharmacist what pharmaceutical options are available to improve your bone health.
🦴💙 WORLD OSTEOPOROSIS DAY 2026 | 20 OCTOBER
Build, Protect, Strengthen Your Bones for Life! 💪🏽
Did you know that your daily lifestyle choices can make a difference to your bone health? 🦴 Your bones support you throughout life, and they deserve the same care you give to the rest of your body!
🌿 How can Lifestyle Medicine help you build, protect and strengthen your bones?
🥛 BUILD: Get enough calcium and vitamin D through a balanced, nutrient-rich diet and appropriate sunlight exposure.
🏋🏽 PROTECT: Make weight-bearing and resistance exercises part of your routine. Walking, dancing, strength training and climbing stairs can help maintain bone strength.
🚭 STRENGTHEN: Avoid smoking, limit alcohol, eat adequate protein, maintain a healthy weight and prioritise restorative sleep.
⚖️ PREVENT FALLS: Work on your balance, strength and coordination to reduce the risk of falls and fractures.
🩺 KNOW YOUR RISK: Age, family history, certain medications and medical conditions can increase your risk of osteoporosis. Speak to your healthcare provider about whether you need a bone health assessment.
Remember, bone health is a lifelong investment! It's never too early or too late to start making healthier choices. Lifestyle Medicine empowers you to take proactive steps towards stronger bones and healthier ageing. 💙
📍 Bongaka Health Care
Plot 2870, Extension 10, Gaborone
📞 3919900 / 74018392
✨ Build. Protect. Strengthen. Your bones for life!