Osteoporosis is a disease often associated with the elderly. However what you may do or not do early in life often contributes to the potential for the clinical manifestation of Osteoporosis. Below is a questionnaire that will help you understand what impact you can make towards preventing Osteoporosis.

1. Of the following groups below who are at the greatest risk for developing osteoporosis later in life?

Black Women & Men > 50 yrs. old
Caucasian Men > 80 & Caucasian Women > 50 yrs. old
Asian and Caucasian Women > 40 yrs old
Hispanic Women of any age

2. What is the recommended daily calcium intake for 19-30 year olds?

1000 mg
200 mg
400 mg
1500 mg

3. Which type of exercise can best help to increase bone density and prevent Osteoporosis?

Running
Scuba diving
Cycling
Abdominal crunches

4. At what age is peak bone density achieved?

10-17
18-25
25-35
35+

5. Which is NOT a risk factor for developing Osteoporosis?

Anorexia Nervosa
Alcohol consumption
Caffeine consumption
An active lifestyle

6. According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation: _________ will sustain a fracture related to Osteoporosis in their lifetime.

2 out of 3 women
1 out of 3 men
1 out of 4 men
3 out of 4 women

7. What percentage of patients will die within one year of having a hip fracture?

5%
12%
35%
20%

8. True or False; Once peak bone density is achieved you cannot decrease your risk for Osteoporosis?

True
False