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OurÌýonline community is a safe online space where peopleÌýaffected by osteoporosisÌýcan connect, share experiences, and support each other.ÌýÌý

How canÌýour Online Community help?Ìý

Living with osteoporosis can feel lonely and confusing - but itÌýdoesn'tÌýhave to be. Our online community connects you with people whoÌýtruly understandÌýwhatÌýyou'reÌýgoing through. WhetherÌýyou'reÌýliving with osteoporosis yourself,Ìýor supporting someone else,Ìýyou'llÌýfind understanding, practical advice, and genuine support.Ìý

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I think that's the biggest issue I found, where I was getting a lot of anxiety and I couldn't put my mind at rest. It was overwhelming. So I think this community is great for people, including when they're struggling or newly diagnosed, to talk to someone–ÌýIan, community memberÌý

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Is it for me?

The ºÚÁÏÉçOnline Community is open to anyone aged 18 or over who:Ìý

• has concerns about their bone healthÌý

• is living with osteoporosis,ÌýosteopeniaÌýor the impact of fracturesÌý

• is supporting or caring for someone with osteoporosis.Ìý

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It's our shared community where everybody is welcomeÌý–ÌýElisa, community memberÌý

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You'llÌýfind people at every stageÌýof their osteoporosis journeyÌý- from newly diagnosed to years of experience. Whether you need practical tips for daily life, gentle reassurance, or want to support others earlier in their journey, this is your space.Ìý

Please note: WhileÌýmembersÌýcan'tÌýprovideÌýmedical advice,Ìýyou'llÌýfind real-world insights from people managing osteoporosis day-to-day.Ìý

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How does it work?Ìý

You can readÌýwhat other members have shared, ask questions, and share your own thoughts - all from the comfort of your own home.ÌýIt'sÌýavailable 24/7, so you can visit whenever it suits you.Ìý

Sign up quickly and easilyÌýinÌýtwoÌýminutesÌýfor free,Ìýusing a private, anonymous username. You can then:Ìý

• share your thoughts, questions, and experiencesÌýwith othersÌý

• start conversations or reply to posts from other membersÌý

• connect with people at any stage of their osteoporosis journey.Ìý

The community is moderated byÌýthe ºÚÁÏÉçÌýsupport team, including our nurses, to keep it safe and supportive.ÌýÌý

You can browse the community before joining ifÌýyou'dÌýlike to get a feel for it first - but to ask questions, share your experiences, and connect with others,Ìýyou'llÌýneed to create a free account.

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What will I find in the community?Ìý

Our membersÌýsupport each otherÌýby sharing theirÌýreal lifeÌýexperiences of living with osteoporosis. Some of the topics they discussÌýinclude:Ìý

• managing daily life with osteoporosisÌý

• diagnosis, treatment, andÌýmedicinesÌý

• coping with fractures and recoveryÌý

• eating well and bone-healthy recipe ideasÌý

• exercise and staying active safelyÌý

• supporting loved ones with bone health concernsÌý

• emotional wellbeing.Ìý

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I think the forum can help people navigate through living their best life.You'llÌýget so much out ofÌýitÌýand youÌýwon't feel alone with osteoporosis –ÌýSiobhan, community member

How do I sign-up and use the community?

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Already a member of our previous community?ÌýFind out why we have decided to move to our new home.