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Decision Points focus on key medical care decisions that are important to many health problems.Decision Points focus on key medical care decisions that are important to many health problems.
 Should I have a dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) test to diagnose osteoporosis?
 Should I take bisphosphonate medications for osteoporosis?


Actionsets help people take an active role in managing a health condition.Actionsets are designed to help people take an active role in managing a health condition.
 Aging well: Making your home fall-proof
 Osteoporosis: Taking calcium


Interactive tools help people determine health risks, ideal weight, target heart rate, and more.Interactive tools are designed to help people determine health risks, ideal weight, target heart rate, and more.
 Interactive Tool: Are You at Risk for Osteoporosis?


Last Updated: December 1, 2006
Author:
Robin Parks, MS
Medical Review:
Joy Melnikow, MD, MPH - Family Medicine

Carla J. Herman, MD, MPH - Internal Medicine


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