Controllable risk factors for osteoporosis include:
• Lack of calcium and vitamin D
• Not eating enough fruits and vegetables and
consuming too much protein, sodium and caffeine
• Lack of exercise and activity
• Tobacco use and drinking too much alcohol
• Weight loss
Want to schedule a DXA?
Contact your physician to ask for a referral to the
BreastCare Center at YRMC. For more information about
DXA and other BreastCare Center at YRMC services,
contact (928) 442-8900 or visit
www.yrmc.org/services/breastcare-center.
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