Bone health and HIV disease

February 2008     View PDF     En español

Concerns for people over 50

Bone loss is a process that happens as you age. Older adults are more prone to bone problems because of ageing and other factors like poor nutrition, lack of activity, lower levels of sex hormones, and medications. Anyone, including people over 50, can try to improve their bone health through the ways found in the section, Preventing bone loss. Talking to your health provider about other ways, including bone scans and medicines, can help encourage stronger bone and overall health.