Osteoporosis is recognised as a major focus under the federal government's National Health Priority Area - 'Better Arthritis and Osteoporosis Care (BAOC) Initiative'.

Osteoporosis Australia aims to reduce fractures and improve bone health in the community. This website provides valuable information about osteoporosis which is easy to access and download. Enjoy browsing and take the time to consider your bone health!

Vision

Healthy Bones for all Australians.

Mission

To reduce the incidence of osteoporosis and osteoporotic fractures.

Achieving Positive Results

Osteoporosis Australia is a not for profit organisation which is the premier consumer body in the bone arena. The organisation has a proactive board, expert Medical & Scientific Committee and Events & Fundraising Committee. The organisation is responsible for providing services and osteoporosis information to the community and health professionals.

State Based Contacts

Osteoporosis Australia is supported by osteoporosis organisations in each state. To contact your state branch see Contact Details.

Key Objectives

Osteoporosis Australia aims to improve awareness about the disease in the Australian community and reduce fractures. Osteoporosis Australia focuses on the following key objectives:

• Increase awareness of osteoporosis throughout Australia
• Improve prevention and management strategies
• Increase GP and other health professionals understanding of osteoporosis
• Act as an effective lobby voice in federal Government
• Fund research in bone metabolism and related issues

Services

National toll free number to reach your state office 1800 242 141

State courses and seminars:

• Osteoporosis Self Management courses contact your state office for details
• Community education seminars ­ contact your state office for details

National Programs:

• Bones & Joints Schools Kit ­ CD-Rom resource for primary school teachers
• Falls Prevention Project ­ Booklet and exercise DVD for over 55's focused on preventing falls (currently being upgraded)
• Self Management Programs

Research Fund: Supporting Australian bone researchers by awarding fellowships and scholarships

Health Professionals Program: Updates for GPs, Pharmacists, Specialists, Nurses, and Physiotherapists on osteoporosis

Information Booklets: Information for consumers are available on the Information to Download page. Hard copies of these booklets can also be obtained from your state office, please call 1800 242 141.