Royal Osteoporosis Society
@royalosteosoc.bsky.social
We’re the Royal Osteoporosis Society – the UK’s largest national charity dedicated to improving bone health and beating osteoporosis.
Visit us at https://theros.org.uk
Visit us at https://theros.org.uk
The festive season can be difficult. And living with osteoporosis can also have an impact on your emotional health. But you’re not alone, and the ROS is here to support you. Read more: theros.org.uk/emotional-wellbeing
December 22, 2025 at 11:29 AM
The festive season can be difficult. And living with osteoporosis can also have an impact on your emotional health. But you’re not alone, and the ROS is here to support you. Read more: theros.org.uk/emotional-wellbeing
Feeling anxious can be especially tough when you’re also managing osteoporosis. Swipe through for a simple deep-breathing exercise you can try anytime to help calm your body and mind.
Find more support for the emotional impact of osteoporosis at theros.org.uk/emotional-wellbeing.
Find more support for the emotional impact of osteoporosis at theros.org.uk/emotional-wellbeing.
December 19, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Feeling anxious can be especially tough when you’re also managing osteoporosis. Swipe through for a simple deep-breathing exercise you can try anytime to help calm your body and mind.
Find more support for the emotional impact of osteoporosis at theros.org.uk/emotional-wellbeing.
Find more support for the emotional impact of osteoporosis at theros.org.uk/emotional-wellbeing.
It’s normal to feel worried about how osteoporosis might affect daily life, especially at Christmas.
But you can still enjoy the activities that matter to you. Find resources to support with the emotional impact of osteoporosis: theros.org.uk/emotional-wellbeing
But you can still enjoy the activities that matter to you. Find resources to support with the emotional impact of osteoporosis: theros.org.uk/emotional-wellbeing
December 15, 2025 at 8:15 AM
It’s normal to feel worried about how osteoporosis might affect daily life, especially at Christmas.
But you can still enjoy the activities that matter to you. Find resources to support with the emotional impact of osteoporosis: theros.org.uk/emotional-wellbeing
But you can still enjoy the activities that matter to you. Find resources to support with the emotional impact of osteoporosis: theros.org.uk/emotional-wellbeing
Supporting someone with broken bones caused by osteoporosis can affect your emotional wellbeing. It’s important to look after yourself too.
Find resources to help you support a family member or friend living with osteoporosis and broken bones: theros.org.uk/emotional-wellbeing
Find resources to help you support a family member or friend living with osteoporosis and broken bones: theros.org.uk/emotional-wellbeing
December 11, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Supporting someone with broken bones caused by osteoporosis can affect your emotional wellbeing. It’s important to look after yourself too.
Find resources to help you support a family member or friend living with osteoporosis and broken bones: theros.org.uk/emotional-wellbeing
Find resources to help you support a family member or friend living with osteoporosis and broken bones: theros.org.uk/emotional-wellbeing
It's #GivingTuesday!
Your vital support helps us provide life-changing support and information to help people affected by osteoporosis live well.
Help us be there for every person who needs us. Donate today: https://theros.org.uk/how-you-can-help/
Your vital support helps us provide life-changing support and information to help people affected by osteoporosis live well.
Help us be there for every person who needs us. Donate today: https://theros.org.uk/how-you-can-help/
December 2, 2025 at 4:34 PM
It's #GivingTuesday!
Your vital support helps us provide life-changing support and information to help people affected by osteoporosis live well.
Help us be there for every person who needs us. Donate today: https://theros.org.uk/how-you-can-help/
Your vital support helps us provide life-changing support and information to help people affected by osteoporosis live well.
Help us be there for every person who needs us. Donate today: https://theros.org.uk/how-you-can-help/
Meet Diane. After her osteoporosis diagnosis, our Helpline nurses helped her find understanding and the confidence to move forward.
If you’d like to donate to help keep this support available for others, visit: https://theros.org.uk/christmas
If you’d like to donate to help keep this support available for others, visit: https://theros.org.uk/christmas
December 1, 2025 at 9:58 AM
Meet Diane. After her osteoporosis diagnosis, our Helpline nurses helped her find understanding and the confidence to move forward.
If you’d like to donate to help keep this support available for others, visit: https://theros.org.uk/christmas
If you’d like to donate to help keep this support available for others, visit: https://theros.org.uk/christmas
This #WorldOsteoporosisDay, meet Lisa, 53. With ROS support, she’s staying confident despite osteoporosis. 💪https://theros.org.uk/blog/lisa-53-from-bristol-works-as-an-optician-in-a-busy-clinical-environment-she-was-diagnosed-with-osteoporosis-via-letter/
👉 https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk/
👉 https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk/
November 11, 2025 at 1:00 PM
This #WorldOsteoporosisDay, meet Lisa, 53. With ROS support, she’s staying confident despite osteoporosis. 💪https://theros.org.uk/blog/lisa-53-from-bristol-works-as-an-optician-in-a-busy-clinical-environment-she-was-diagnosed-with-osteoporosis-via-letter/
👉 https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk/
👉 https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk/
Today we pause to remember all those who gave their lives in service and those affected by conflict.
We also recognise the strength and resilience shown by those who continue to support others in our communities every day.
#RemembranceDay #LestWeForget
We also recognise the strength and resilience shown by those who continue to support others in our communities every day.
#RemembranceDay #LestWeForget
November 11, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Today we pause to remember all those who gave their lives in service and those affected by conflict.
We also recognise the strength and resilience shown by those who continue to support others in our communities every day.
#RemembranceDay #LestWeForget
We also recognise the strength and resilience shown by those who continue to support others in our communities every day.
#RemembranceDay #LestWeForget
This #TrusteesWeek, we’re celebrating the incredible contribution of our Board of Trustees 💜
They bring expertise, insight and passion to help us achieve our vision of a future with no more broken bones, no more broken lives.
First up, meet Vice Chair Richard Darch 👇
They bring expertise, insight and passion to help us achieve our vision of a future with no more broken bones, no more broken lives.
First up, meet Vice Chair Richard Darch 👇
November 3, 2025 at 11:31 AM
This #TrusteesWeek, we’re celebrating the incredible contribution of our Board of Trustees 💜
They bring expertise, insight and passion to help us achieve our vision of a future with no more broken bones, no more broken lives.
First up, meet Vice Chair Richard Darch 👇
They bring expertise, insight and passion to help us achieve our vision of a future with no more broken bones, no more broken lives.
First up, meet Vice Chair Richard Darch 👇
Did you miss out on a Bath Half marathon place? It's not too late...
You’ll now need a charity place to take part. and luckily, we still have a few up for grabs: https://theros.org.uk/fundraising-events/bath-half-marathon-2026/ (find the link in our bio). 🏃♂️
You’ll now need a charity place to take part. and luckily, we still have a few up for grabs: https://theros.org.uk/fundraising-events/bath-half-marathon-2026/ (find the link in our bio). 🏃♂️
November 1, 2025 at 9:41 AM
Did you miss out on a Bath Half marathon place? It's not too late...
You’ll now need a charity place to take part. and luckily, we still have a few up for grabs: https://theros.org.uk/fundraising-events/bath-half-marathon-2026/ (find the link in our bio). 🏃♂️
You’ll now need a charity place to take part. and luckily, we still have a few up for grabs: https://theros.org.uk/fundraising-events/bath-half-marathon-2026/ (find the link in our bio). 🏃♂️
Join #TeamROS and run the Bath Half Marathon on Sunday 15 March.
Lace up your trainers and don your ROS running vest with pride. Running for us means you’ll be running for everybody affected by osteoporosis 🧡
https://theros.org.uk/fundraising-events/bath-half-marathon-2026/
Lace up your trainers and don your ROS running vest with pride. Running for us means you’ll be running for everybody affected by osteoporosis 🧡
https://theros.org.uk/fundraising-events/bath-half-marathon-2026/
October 27, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Join #TeamROS and run the Bath Half Marathon on Sunday 15 March.
Lace up your trainers and don your ROS running vest with pride. Running for us means you’ll be running for everybody affected by osteoporosis 🧡
https://theros.org.uk/fundraising-events/bath-half-marathon-2026/
Lace up your trainers and don your ROS running vest with pride. Running for us means you’ll be running for everybody affected by osteoporosis 🧡
https://theros.org.uk/fundraising-events/bath-half-marathon-2026/
Join us in the fight against osteoporosis and take part in the 2026 Bath Half Marathon Sun 15 March.
Secure your spot on our team as we run to make a difference!
Sign up today: https://theros.org.uk/fundraising-events/bath-half-marathon-2026/
Secure your spot on our team as we run to make a difference!
Sign up today: https://theros.org.uk/fundraising-events/bath-half-marathon-2026/
October 22, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Join us in the fight against osteoporosis and take part in the 2026 Bath Half Marathon Sun 15 March.
Secure your spot on our team as we run to make a difference!
Sign up today: https://theros.org.uk/fundraising-events/bath-half-marathon-2026/
Secure your spot on our team as we run to make a difference!
Sign up today: https://theros.org.uk/fundraising-events/bath-half-marathon-2026/
We’re pleased to have Places for People supporting #TheGreatBritishBoneCheck this #WorldOsteoporosisDay!
Together, we’re encouraging communities across the UK to take simple steps to protect their bones for the future.
Check your risk today👉 https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk
Together, we’re encouraging communities across the UK to take simple steps to protect their bones for the future.
Check your risk today👉 https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk
October 20, 2025 at 3:35 PM
We’re pleased to have Places for People supporting #TheGreatBritishBoneCheck this #WorldOsteoporosisDay!
Together, we’re encouraging communities across the UK to take simple steps to protect their bones for the future.
Check your risk today👉 https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk
Together, we’re encouraging communities across the UK to take simple steps to protect their bones for the future.
Check your risk today👉 https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk
This #WorldOsteoporosisDay, we’re delighted that AXA Health is supporting #TheGreatBritishBoneCheck!
With their help, we’re spreading the message that small actions today can help prevent fractures tomorrow.
Take the check today 👉 https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk
With their help, we’re spreading the message that small actions today can help prevent fractures tomorrow.
Take the check today 👉 https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk
October 20, 2025 at 3:34 PM
This #WorldOsteoporosisDay, we’re delighted that AXA Health is supporting #TheGreatBritishBoneCheck!
With their help, we’re spreading the message that small actions today can help prevent fractures tomorrow.
Take the check today 👉 https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk
With their help, we’re spreading the message that small actions today can help prevent fractures tomorrow.
Take the check today 👉 https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk
This #WorldOsteoporosisDay, we’re delighted that @mumsnet.com is supporting the #GreatBritishBoneCheck! 🙌
Together, we’ll encourage more women to take control of their bone health and reduce the risk of life-changing fractures.
Join the check today: https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk/
Together, we’ll encourage more women to take control of their bone health and reduce the risk of life-changing fractures.
Join the check today: https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk/
October 20, 2025 at 2:45 PM
This #WorldOsteoporosisDay, we’re delighted that @mumsnet.com is supporting the #GreatBritishBoneCheck! 🙌
Together, we’ll encourage more women to take control of their bone health and reduce the risk of life-changing fractures.
Join the check today: https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk/
Together, we’ll encourage more women to take control of their bone health and reduce the risk of life-changing fractures.
Join the check today: https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk/
This #WorldOsteoporosisDay, we’re proud to have Good Health by Good Food supporting #TheGreatBritishBoneCheck!
Nutrition plays a vital role in bone health, and we love Good Health’s mission to make healthy eating achievable.
Join the check today 👉 https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk
Nutrition plays a vital role in bone health, and we love Good Health’s mission to make healthy eating achievable.
Join the check today 👉 https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk
October 20, 2025 at 2:39 PM
This #WorldOsteoporosisDay, we’re proud to have Good Health by Good Food supporting #TheGreatBritishBoneCheck!
Nutrition plays a vital role in bone health, and we love Good Health’s mission to make healthy eating achievable.
Join the check today 👉 https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk
Nutrition plays a vital role in bone health, and we love Good Health’s mission to make healthy eating achievable.
Join the check today 👉 https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk
This #WorldOsteoporosisDay, we’re delighted to have Sandoz as a supporting partner of #TheGreatBritishBoneCheck!
Join the check today 👉 https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk
Join the check today 👉 https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk
October 20, 2025 at 2:23 PM
This #WorldOsteoporosisDay, we’re delighted to have Sandoz as a supporting partner of #TheGreatBritishBoneCheck!
Join the check today 👉 https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk
Join the check today 👉 https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk
We’re proud to be partnering with David Lloyd Clubs this #WorldOsteoporosisDay as part of the #GreatBritishBoneCheck!
With their support, we’ll inspire more people to take action for stronger, healthier bones.
Join the check today: https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk/
With their support, we’ll inspire more people to take action for stronger, healthier bones.
Join the check today: https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk/
October 20, 2025 at 12:52 PM
We’re proud to be partnering with David Lloyd Clubs this #WorldOsteoporosisDay as part of the #GreatBritishBoneCheck!
With their support, we’ll inspire more people to take action for stronger, healthier bones.
Join the check today: https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk/
With their support, we’ll inspire more people to take action for stronger, healthier bones.
Join the check today: https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk/
“Our mission is to help one million people check their risk of broken bones.” - Craig Jones, CEO, Royal Osteoporosis Society.
Join #TheGreatBritishBoneCheck and help us make it happen! https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk/
Join #TheGreatBritishBoneCheck and help us make it happen! https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk/
October 20, 2025 at 10:30 AM
“Our mission is to help one million people check their risk of broken bones.” - Craig Jones, CEO, Royal Osteoporosis Society.
Join #TheGreatBritishBoneCheck and help us make it happen! https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk/
Join #TheGreatBritishBoneCheck and help us make it happen! https://greatbritishbonecheck.org.uk/
Can food alone give enough vitamin D?
Not quite - supplements may be recommended, especially in UK autumn & winter.
More info: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/healthy-living-for-strong-bones/vitamin-d-and-bones/
Not quite - supplements may be recommended, especially in UK autumn & winter.
More info: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/healthy-living-for-strong-bones/vitamin-d-and-bones/
October 19, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Can food alone give enough vitamin D?
Not quite - supplements may be recommended, especially in UK autumn & winter.
More info: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/healthy-living-for-strong-bones/vitamin-d-and-bones/
Not quite - supplements may be recommended, especially in UK autumn & winter.
More info: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/healthy-living-for-strong-bones/vitamin-d-and-bones/
Can osteoporosis be treated with lifestyle alone? ❌
Truth: Healthy eating and exercise help protect bones, but most people at risk also need medicine. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
Learn more: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/treatment/do-i-need-to-take-a-medication
Truth: Healthy eating and exercise help protect bones, but most people at risk also need medicine. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
Learn more: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/treatment/do-i-need-to-take-a-medication
October 17, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Can osteoporosis be treated with lifestyle alone? ❌
Truth: Healthy eating and exercise help protect bones, but most people at risk also need medicine. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
Learn more: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/treatment/do-i-need-to-take-a-medication
Truth: Healthy eating and exercise help protect bones, but most people at risk also need medicine. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
Learn more: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/treatment/do-i-need-to-take-a-medication
Are cheaper medicines less effective?
Reality: Alendronic acid & risedronate are effective and widely recommended.
More info 👉 https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/treatment/
Reality: Alendronic acid & risedronate are effective and widely recommended.
More info 👉 https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/treatment/
October 15, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Are cheaper medicines less effective?
Reality: Alendronic acid & risedronate are effective and widely recommended.
More info 👉 https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/treatment/
Reality: Alendronic acid & risedronate are effective and widely recommended.
More info 👉 https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/treatment/
Do osteoporosis medicines cause thigh bones to break more easily?
Thigh bone fractures are a rare side effect. Risk from osteoporosis itself is much higher.
More info 👉 https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/treatment/
Thigh bone fractures are a rare side effect. Risk from osteoporosis itself is much higher.
More info 👉 https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/treatment/
October 14, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Do osteoporosis medicines cause thigh bones to break more easily?
Thigh bone fractures are a rare side effect. Risk from osteoporosis itself is much higher.
More info 👉 https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/treatment/
Thigh bone fractures are a rare side effect. Risk from osteoporosis itself is much higher.
More info 👉 https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/treatment/
Think osteoporosis only affects older adults?
Truth: People under 50 can get osteoporosis, usually caused by another medical condition. Fractures in younger people are rare.
Learn more: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/causes/age-and-bone-strength
Truth: People under 50 can get osteoporosis, usually caused by another medical condition. Fractures in younger people are rare.
Learn more: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/causes/age-and-bone-strength
October 13, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Think osteoporosis only affects older adults?
Truth: People under 50 can get osteoporosis, usually caused by another medical condition. Fractures in younger people are rare.
Learn more: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/causes/age-and-bone-strength
Truth: People under 50 can get osteoporosis, usually caused by another medical condition. Fractures in younger people are rare.
Learn more: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/causes/age-and-bone-strength
🦴 It’s #BoneAndJointWeek (12–20 Oct)!
1 in 3 people in the UK live with an MSK condition - this year’s campaign calls for action on MSK priorities in the 10 Year Health Plan.
@armauk.bsky.sociaL #MSK
1 in 3 people in the UK live with an MSK condition - this year’s campaign calls for action on MSK priorities in the 10 Year Health Plan.
@armauk.bsky.sociaL #MSK
October 12, 2025 at 2:53 PM
🦴 It’s #BoneAndJointWeek (12–20 Oct)!
1 in 3 people in the UK live with an MSK condition - this year’s campaign calls for action on MSK priorities in the 10 Year Health Plan.
@armauk.bsky.sociaL #MSK
1 in 3 people in the UK live with an MSK condition - this year’s campaign calls for action on MSK priorities in the 10 Year Health Plan.
@armauk.bsky.sociaL #MSK