Osteoporosis is a major public health threat for an estimated 44 million Americans. Of the 10 million Americans estimated to already have osteoporosis, eight million are women and two million are men. NOF recognizes the importance of the prevention of osteoporosis and broken bones and promotes programs of public and clinician awareness, education, advocacy and research.
The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) is the leading consumer and community-focused health organization dedicated to the prevention of osteoporosis and broken bones, the promotion of strong bones for life and the reduction of human suffering through programs of public and clinician awareness, education, advocacy and research.
Established in 1984, NOF is the nation's leading voluntary health organization solely dedicated to osteoporosis and bone health.