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
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
Everyone needs regular DEXA scans? ❌
Truth: Not everyone. Scans are only repeated if results would change treatment decisions. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
Learn more about scans: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/scans-tests-and-results/bone-density-scan-dxa
Truth: Not everyone. Scans are only repeated if results would change treatment decisions. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
Learn more about scans: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/scans-tests-and-results/bone-density-scan-dxa
October 12, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Everyone needs regular DEXA scans? ❌
Truth: Not everyone. Scans are only repeated if results would change treatment decisions. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
Learn more about scans: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/scans-tests-and-results/bone-density-scan-dxa
Truth: Not everyone. Scans are only repeated if results would change treatment decisions. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
Learn more about scans: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/scans-tests-and-results/bone-density-scan-dxa
Fizzy drinks = bad for bones?
Truth: Sugary fizzy drinks have no useful nutrients. Make sure they don’t replace nutritious food or drinks like milk. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
Check your risk here: https://theros.org.uk/risk-checker
Truth: Sugary fizzy drinks have no useful nutrients. Make sure they don’t replace nutritious food or drinks like milk. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
Check your risk here: https://theros.org.uk/risk-checker
October 11, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Fizzy drinks = bad for bones?
Truth: Sugary fizzy drinks have no useful nutrients. Make sure they don’t replace nutritious food or drinks like milk. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
Check your risk here: https://theros.org.uk/risk-checker
Truth: Sugary fizzy drinks have no useful nutrients. Make sure they don’t replace nutritious food or drinks like milk. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
Check your risk here: https://theros.org.uk/risk-checker
Most people get side effects from osteoporosis medicines?
Truth: Most tolerate them well. Serious side effects are rare.
More info 👉 https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/treatment/
Truth: Most tolerate them well. Serious side effects are rare.
More info 👉 https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/treatment/
October 10, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Most people get side effects from osteoporosis medicines?
Truth: Most tolerate them well. Serious side effects are rare.
More info 👉 https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/treatment/
Truth: Most tolerate them well. Serious side effects are rare.
More info 👉 https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/treatment/
Do you always need a calcium supplement?
Truth: No, not everyone does. Supplements may help if you can’t get enough from your diet. Your doctor will advise. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
Learn more about calcium here: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/bone-health/nutrition-for-bones/calcium
Truth: No, not everyone does. Supplements may help if you can’t get enough from your diet. Your doctor will advise. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
Learn more about calcium here: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/bone-health/nutrition-for-bones/calcium
October 9, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Do you always need a calcium supplement?
Truth: No, not everyone does. Supplements may help if you can’t get enough from your diet. Your doctor will advise. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
Learn more about calcium here: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/bone-health/nutrition-for-bones/calcium
Truth: No, not everyone does. Supplements may help if you can’t get enough from your diet. Your doctor will advise. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
Learn more about calcium here: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/bone-health/nutrition-for-bones/calcium
People with osteoporosis shouldn’t exercise? ❌
Reality: No. Keeping active is important for maintaining healthy bones. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
Learn more about exercise for bones: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/bone-health/exercise-for-bones/
Reality: No. Keeping active is important for maintaining healthy bones. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
Learn more about exercise for bones: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/bone-health/exercise-for-bones/
October 8, 2025 at 2:47 PM
People with osteoporosis shouldn’t exercise? ❌
Reality: No. Keeping active is important for maintaining healthy bones. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
Learn more about exercise for bones: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/bone-health/exercise-for-bones/
Reality: No. Keeping active is important for maintaining healthy bones. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
Learn more about exercise for bones: https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/bone-health/exercise-for-bones/
Osteoporosis only affects women or older people? ❌
Truth: No, it can affect all ages and genders, most common in women over 50. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
Truth: No, it can affect all ages and genders, most common in women over 50. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
October 7, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Osteoporosis only affects women or older people? ❌
Truth: No, it can affect all ages and genders, most common in women over 50. #WorldOsteoporosisDay
Truth: No, it can affect all ages and genders, most common in women over 50. #WorldOsteoporosisDay