Osteoporosis
Decreasing bone fractures in people with osteoporosis
The condition Osteoperosis, where new bone growth doesn't keep up with the loss of old bone, affects men and women of all races - but Pakeha women, post menopause, are those at highest risk. It's… Audio
Rugby and arthritis
Rugby players may be at more risk of developing joint issues, like arthritis and osteoporosis, according to new research. A UK study found former elite players were more likely to report pain and… Audio
Professor Ian Reid - The fracture tsunami
Auckland University's Professor Ian Reid was one of those behind ground-breaking studies that revealed vitamin supplements are largely ineffective when it comes to restoring bone density. Now he's… Audio
Ian Reid: bones and disease
Distinguished Professor in Medicine at the University of Auckland, Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Medical and Health Science, and a prominent figure in international bone research. This week the Royal… Audio
Top science prize for myth-busting bone research team
The 2015 Prime Minister's Science Prize goes to osteoporosis researchers Ian Reid, Mark Bolland and Andrew Grey. Ian Reid also won the Rutherford Medal and Liley Medal Audio
Supplements don't reduce osteoporosis risk, study finds
Auckland researchers say vitamin D and calcium supplements do not help reduce the risk of osteoporosis and could result in harm. Audio
Why are osteoporosis supplements still recommended?
Two Auckland clinical researchers say there is no scientific evidence to support the use of Vitamin D and calcium supplements for osteoporosis, and yet doctors continue to prescribe them, and… Audio