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Health Care in 2011
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NOF
January 20, 2011
Because health reform legislation, the Affordable Care Act, was signed into law on March 23, 2010, health care coverage is more available this year. For most people with or at risk for osteoporosis, the legislation also should improve their health care and make it more affordable.*
2010 Advocacy Achievements; Preparing for 2011
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NOF
January 9, 2011
Thanks to advocates like you, NOF made substantial progress in advancing osteoporosis and bone health on the national health agenda. As we prepare for 2011 and the new Congress, we would like to reflect on the achievements of 2010.
NOF
September 21, 2010
(Washington, DC) — The National Coalition for Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases applauds Rep. Berkley (D-NV), Rep. Burgess (R-TX) and the more than 60 Members of Congress who have joined together to introduce the Bone Health Promotion and Research Act of 2009. "We are pleased to have bipartisan support for this timely legislation which will educate Americans about achieving better bone health as well as help people who suffer from debilitating bone diseases, fulfilling the call to action from the Surgeon General's 2004 Report on, Bone Health and Osteoporosis," stated Ethel S.
NOF
August 19, 2010
(Washington, DC) — The National Coalition for Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases applauds Rep. Berkley (D-NV), Rep. Burgess (R-TX) and the more than 60 Members of Congress who have joined together to introduce the Bone Health Promotion and Research Act of 2009. "We are pleased to have bipartisan support for this timely legislation which will educate Americans about achieving better bone health as well as help people who suffer from debilitating bone diseases, fulfilling the call to action from the Surgeon General's 2004 Report on, Bone Health and Osteoporosis," stated Ethel S.
June 2008 - NOF Partners with Arizona Osteoporosis Coalition to Bring Advocacy Workshop to Tempe, Arizona
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NOF
August 18, 2010
On June 6, 2008, NOF and the Arizona Osteoporosis Coalition hosted a Strong Voices for Strong Bones Advocacy Training Meeting in Tempe, Arizona. This forum aimed to educate attendees about advocating for better bone health and osteoporosis prevention and treatment with local, state and federal government officials. Participants included healthcare professionals, including those in the areas of exercise and nutrition, volunteers, educators, patients and their families.
July 2008 - New Resource Focuses on the Growing Burden of Osteoporosis and Value of Medical Innovation
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NOF
August 18, 2010
On July 31,2008 , the Alliance for Aging Research, in partnership with NOF, released a new volume of "The Silver Book®: Chronic Disease and Medical Innovation in an Aging Nation." The latest addition to the Silver Book series focuses on the most prevalent bone disease in the U.S.—osteoporosis. The volume was released at a Capitol Hill briefing which featured medical and economic experts and patients. In addition, Reps. Shelley Berkley (NV-1) and Michael Burgess (TX-26), champions of legislation to promote prevention and testing for the disease, supported the briefing.
NOF
August 18, 2010
NOF hosted a luncheon on September 23, 2008 for the families of Members of Congress as well as other community leaders to educate them on bone health and osteoporosis. This event featured a panel discussion moderated by Susan Dentzer, editor-in-chief of Health Affairs, and panelist speakers: Dr. Ethel S. Siris, M.D., immediate past president of NOF; Janet Hubert, actress and celebrity patient; and Rear Admiral John Eisold, M.D., attending physician of the U.S. Congress.
NOF
August 18, 2010
On October 20, the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) joined bone health organizations from around the globe to celebrate World Osteoporosis Day. This year’s theme, “Stand Tall - Speak Out For Your Bones” is a call for individuals to advocate for public health policies that promote better bone health.
NOF
August 18, 2010
On behalf of 44 million Americans, 10 million of whom have osteoporosis and another 34 million who have low bone mass which put them at risk for the disease, the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) is proud to announce that the US Congress and the President have temporarily remedied a major problem for osteoporosis diagnosis and treatment.
2010 - NOF and Health Reform
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NOF
August 18, 2010
As the voice of 44 million Americans who either have osteoporosis or are at risk for the disease, the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) is engaged in the health care reform debate. To implement the National Action Plan for Bone Health, NOF has developed a set of principles to guide its actions and provide a framework for its advocacy on health care reform.
