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Public Policy and Advocacy
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NOF's public policy and advocacy programs advance public health policies that promote better bone health and osteoporosis awareness, education, prevention, treatment and research. Our advocates are fighting in their home states and in Washington, DC to raise awareness about better bone health.
Learn more about the issues we advocate for and stay informed about our latest advocacy activities and how you can make a difference! |
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Get Involved
Join the Bone Health Advocacy Network, NOF's grassroots advocacy program, and start making a difference today by helping NOF advance better bone health and osteoporosis to the top of the national health care agenda.
Our advocates are a dynamic group of volunteers who are making a difference by informing key decision makers in Washington, DC and in their states about their own experiences and the impact osteoporosis has on their communities.
Become an Advocate Today! |
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Take Action
Our Advocacy Action Center has the latest information on pending osteoporosis and bone health legislation, making it easy for you to contact your legislators to let them know how legislation impacts you and your community.
Ask your Senators to support osteoporosis and cancer research funding by cosponsoring (S. 2883) |
Our Issues
Achievements
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Medicare coverage of bone density testing -
U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommendations -
Surgeon General report on bone health and osteoporosis -
Federal bone health education program for girls
Key Legislation
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Our Advocates
Meet outstanding advocates who are making a difference in their communities and share your story about why you are an advocate for bone health.
Learn more about our Advocates! |
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Advocacy News
10/20/08 - World Osteoporosis Day: Stand Tall - Speak Out For Your Bones On October 20, the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) joined bone health organizations from around the globe to celebrate World Osteoporosis Day. This year’s theme, “Stand Tall - Speak Out For Your Bones” is a call for individuals to advocate for public health policies that promote better bone health. Read more...
09/23/08 - NOF Hosts Congressional Families Luncheon NOF hosted a luncheon on September 23, 2008 for the families of Members of Congress as well as other community leaders to educate them on bone health and osteoporosis. This event featured a panel discussion moderated by Susan Dentzer, editor-in-chief of “Health Affairs,” and panelist speakers: Dr. Ethel S. Siris, M.D., immediate past president of the National Osteoporosis Foundation; Janet Hubert, actress and celebrity patient and Rear Admiral John Eisold, M.D., attending physician of the U.S. Congress. Read more...
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