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About The Book

Women of all ages need to be concerned about osteoporosis. Thirty-three million American women have the disease, and one out of every two women over the age of fifty will experience an osteoporosis-based fracture. Fortunately, there are important steps that women can take to ensure healthy bones throughout their lifetime. Pharmacist-trained Ronda Gates and nurse/researcher Beverly Whipple pool their talents to bring women the most up-to-date information, statistics, and treatment options to help them keep their bones strong.

About The Authors

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Ronda Gates, MS, is a health promotion educator and pharmacy graduate whose company, LIFESTYLES by Ronda Gates, develops and delivers programs and products to support lifestyle change.

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Beverly Whipple, PhD, is the coauthor of The G Spot and Other Discoveries about Human Sexuality and Professor Emerita at Rutgers University. She speaks nationally and internationally about women’s health issues.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Atria Books/Beyond Words (March 28, 2003)
  • Length: 208 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781582700991

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Raves and Reviews

"This timely and very useful book empowers women to become informed and active participants in a healthy life." -- Robert Lindsay, M.D., former president of the National Osteoporosis Foundation

"This excellent resource builds awareness and knowledge about osteoporosis diagnosis and management." -- Marisa Weiss, M.D., author of Living Beyond Breast Cancer and president of breastcancer.org

"A great contribution to women's health." -- Phyllis Greenberger, president and CEO of the Society for Women's Health Research

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