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Vitamin D is vitally important for bone health, and the best source of vitamin D is from limited sunlight exposure.

In Australia, we need to balance the risk of skin cancer from too much sun exposure with maintaining adequate vitamin D levels.

This easy to follow brochure explains safe levels of sun exposure to obtain vitamin D.

Click here to download the brochure.
Click here for more information on osteoporosis.

This brochure has been produced in collaboration with the following organisations:


Australasian College of Dermatologists, Australian and New Zealand Bone and Mineral Society, Osteoporosis Australia, Cancer Council

Osteoporosis Australia has released a brochure specifically for men. The brochure outlines risk factors for men and explains bone density testing and common types of fracture.

Men are encouraged to be aware of the risk factors for osteoporosis and talk to their GP about their bone health.

To view or download this brochure, CLICK HERE.
To obtain a hard copy of the brochure, simply contact your state office on the national tollfree number:
1800 242 141.

 

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