Bone health is critical for women, hormonal changes can put women at higher risk of osteoporosis.
Looking after your bone health is important at every stage of life. As women age, particularly after menopause, the risk of osteoporosis increases, making bones weaker and more likely to break. The good news is that healthy lifestyle choices, including regular weight-bearing exercise, a balanced diet with enough calcium and vitamin D, and avoiding smoking, can all help support strong bones.
This page brings together trusted information from the HSE on bone health and osteoporosis, including risk factors, symptoms, prevention, diagnosis and treatment. Whether you’re looking to protect your bone health now or understand more about osteoporosis, these resources can help you make informed choices for your long-term wellbeing.