Your bones can weaken for years without obvious symptoms. Would you know if you were at risk?
On this episode of Medical Mondays, we focus on bone health and osteoporosis — a condition often called the silent disease because it can progress without noticeable symptoms until a fracture occurs.
Osteoporosis affects both women and men. Although ageing is an important risk factor, protecting your bones starts much earlier in life. From nutrition and exercise to screening, early diagnosis and treatment, understanding bone health can help you take steps to reduce your risk.
Joining us are Dr Naqita Alexander, Founder and Public Health Expert at UCN, and Dr Maahirah Khan, Emergency Medicine Physician at UCN, to unpack the facts about osteoporosis and explain why bone health deserves attention at every stage of life.
A fracture after a minor fall may be more than an accident — it can sometimes be a sign of weakened bones that needs medical assessment. Recognising risk factors and seeking appropriate advice can help people make informed decisions about their bone health.
Your bone health matters at every age. Join us as we explore how awareness, prevention and early intervention can help protect mobility, independence and quality of life.
Guests:
Dr Naqita Alexander — Founder and Public Health Expert, UCN
Dr Maahirah Khan — Emergency Medicine Physician, UCN
This programme is for educational purposes and does not replace individual medical advice. Speak to a healthcare professional about your personal risk factors, screening needs or any suspected fracture.
