by Verite Reily Collins | Jan 14, 2018 | Osteoporosis
‘Hit and miss’ might best describe current NHS treatment for Osteoporosis In typical NHS fashion, its post-code lottery could decide what treatment you get – good, bad or indifferent. My Oncologist had arranged for me to have regular DEXA scans, and...
by Verite Reily Collins | Jun 24, 2017 | News, Osteoporosis
To the Media the word CANCER always produces headlines It can seem as if anyone who comes up with a crackpot theory that something weird is THE cure for cancer gets their 15 minutes of fame But sometimes there comes a story that could make sense; recently there was...
by Verite Reily Collins | Apr 17, 2017 | Nutrition, Food & Exercise, Osteoporosis
Confused about what to eat if you have Osteoporosis? You are not alone It seems sensible eating might be getting a look-in. Fad diets have had their day Especially if you have Osteoporosis Healthy bones need a well-balanced calcium-rich diet that incorporates food...
by Verite Reily Collins | Dec 16, 2016 | Osteoporosis
Am I glad I stuck to my guns When my osteoporosis Consultant retired, I had to fight to choose where I wanted to be treated NHS GP was reluctant to refer me, saying she wanted me to be seen at the hospital where her surgery has a contract. But I stuck to my guns and...