The Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation honors their more than 35-year history with Bone Talk, a podcast and blog that shares inspiring conversations. We examine issues around osteoporosis from diverse perspectives including patients, healthcare providers, caregivers, policy makers, researchers, advocates and innovators. Learn more about bone health, healthy active aging and strategies to protect your ability to live your best life.
EPISODE 70: Sisterhood & Strength: Advocating for Bone Health with Delta Phi Lambda Sorority
On this episode of Bone Talk, BHOF CEO Claire Gill is joined by Kristen "N'ylah" Singharat, Philanthropy Manager for Delta Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. In 2018, Delta Phi Lambda selected osteoporosis awareness as their national philanthropy focus, partnering with American Bone Health, which later merged into the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF). This partnership has provided valuable educational resources, helping members become peer educators who inform their communities about bone health.
EPISODE 69: RECLAIMING STRENGTH: BUILDING A POSITIVE VISION AFTER AN OSTEOPOROSIS DIAGNOSIS
Jenna Zaffino, a board-certified health and wellness coach, recently joined BHOF CEO Claire Gill to discuss building a powerful vision for wellbeing after an osteoporosis diagnosis. Receiving such a diagnosis can be daunting, but it can also be a transformative opportunity to prioritize health and create a fulfilling life. Jenna shares how a diagnosis often creates fear and uncertainty, but it doesn’t have to define your future. She emphasizes acknowledging that initial fear while also exploring what brings joy and meaning to life.
EPISODE 68: KIDS & BONE HEALTH: BUILDING STRONG BONES FOR LIFE
Claire Gill, CEO of the Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation, delves into the crucial role of bone health during childhood with guest Dr. David Weber, MD, Medical Director at the Center for Bone Health at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Together, they explore how early habits in nutrition, physical activity, and lifestyle play a pivotal role in setting up children for lifelong bone health. Dr. Weber explains that bone health isn’t just for the elderly; it starts right from birth.
Move, Groove, and Strengthen: How Dancing Supports Bone Health
Dancing is not only a fun way to express yourself, but it’s also an incredible weight-bearing exercise that helps build and maintain strong bones. Whether you love salsa, line dancing, or just moving to your favorite songs at home, it’s a joyful and effective way to support bone health at any age. Here’s why you should get your groove on—and a playlist to help you do it!