A lunch and learn event at the Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centre focused on bone health and fall prevention. Retired nurse Barbara Andros attended, emphasizing the importance of staying informed about fall prevention strategies. Students from NOSM and Lakehead University presented on osteopenia and osteoporosis, offering tips for improving bone health and minimizing fall risks, including home hazard reduction and walking with a buddy.
THUNDER BAY — As a retired nurse, Barbara Andros knows the importance of preventing falls as a senior citizen.
“I always like to keep informed of the new tips that are out there. And I really enjoyed getting to meet new people here. The presentations are really good because you can ask questions and get good answers and can give you direction. The trio talked about osteopenia and osteoporosis, both bone diseases, went over ways to improve bone health and discussed how to prevent falls.
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