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NOF
October 9, 2009
The recent issue of BoneSource Alert included an incorrect citation for the article Value of routine monitoring of bone mineral density after starting bisphosphonate treatment: secondary analysis of trial data(Bell, et. al.). The correct citation is BMJ 2009;338:b2266.
NOF
WASHINGTON, DC
October 1, 2009
A Gift from Mothers to Daughters Recognizes Famous Women Who Give Back at Star-Studded Osteoporosis Fundraiser in NYC September 24, 2009
NOF
Washington, DC
September 22, 2009
National Osteoporosis Foundation and International Society For Clinical Densitometry Work To Help Ensure Appropriate Use Of Fracture Risk Assessment Tool
(Washington, DC) – The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) and the International Society for Clinical Densitometry (ISCD) have announced that FRAX® software is being made available to DXA providers to allow for a FRAX® calculation, if appropriate, at the time of a DXA test in untreated postmenopausal women and older men with low bone mass.
NOF
Washington, DC
September 22, 2009
Washington, DC - - The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) has moved to new office space located at 1150 17th St., NW, Suite 850, in Northwest Washington, DC, 20036. The NOF moved to the new location on Thursday, September 18. The NOF recently sold its building at 1232 22nd St., NW, Washington, DC.
NOF
Washington, DC
September 10, 2009
Washington, DC - - The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) has named Susan Sarfati, CAE (Certified Association Executives), the new Interim Executive Director of the Foundation. Ms. Sarfati will fill, on an interim basis, the position formerly held by Leo Schargorodski, who recently resigned.
NOF
Washington, DC
August 26, 2009
Cyndi Lauper to Present Awards At A Gift from Mothers to DaughtersStar-Studded Osteoporosis Fundraiser on September 24, 2009
New York City - (August 26, 2009) –The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) is honoring three distinguished women committed to delivering the important message of disease prevention and optimal health to millions of Americans. These women are ABC News medical contributor and author Dr. Marie Savard, and broadcaster Paula Zahn.
NOF
July 20, 2009
Stamford, Conn., July 20, 2009 — Practicing Clinicians Exchange (PCE) has formed a partnership with the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) to provide continuing education programs to nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs) throughout the United States in 2009.
The partnership capitalizes on the strengths of both organizations. NOF is the leading voluntary health organization solely dedicated to osteoporosis and bone health, and PCE is the national leader in providing continuing education focused solely on the needs of NPs and PAs.
NOF
Washington, DC
June 3, 2009
Washington, DC (June 3, 2009) – The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) (www.nof.org), the nation’s leading voluntary health organization solely dedicated to osteoporosis and bone health and EmpowHer, the home of women’s health online, (www.empowher.com), are working together in a formal collaboration to advance women’s health. As part of their innovative partnership, NOF and EmpowHer will increase awareness of osteoporosis and bone health. The tw
NOF
Washington, DC
May 21, 2009
Washington, DC (May 21, 2009) – The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) in conjunction with the National Coalition for Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases held a briefing on Capitol Hill today to engage Congress in an action plan for making bone health a national priority and encourage lawmakers to sign on to the “Bone Health Promotion and Research Act.”
NOF
Washington, DC
May 20, 2009
Washington, DC (May 20, 2009) – The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) will honor two-time Academy Award-winning actress and patient advocate, Sally Field; local DC celebrities and owners of FLEET FEET Sports, Phil and Jan Fenty; and founder and chairman of EmpowHer, Michelle King Robson, at its Silver Silhouette Awards Dinner this evening at the Ritz-Carlton in Washington, DC
