National Osteoporosis Foundation of South Africa (NOFSA)

National Osteoporosis Foundation of South Africa (NOFSA) Osteoporosis is a disease causing bones to become brittle and more susceptible to fractures of the SHARE CALL NUMBER 0861 102 265

💥 HAVE YOU BROKEN A BONE LATELY? 🦴A fracture is more than just an injury — it can be a warning sign of underlying bone h...
14/11/2025

💥 HAVE YOU BROKEN A BONE LATELY? 🦴

A fracture is more than just an injury — it can be a warning sign of underlying bone health issues like osteoporosis.

If you’ve recently had a break from a minor fall or everyday activity, speak to your doctor about the best treatment and prevention options for you. Early action can protect your future bone strength. 💪✨

Your bones matter — take the step today! 💜

www.osteoporosis.org.za

DID YOU KNOW? 🤰🦴Pregnancy-induced osteoporosis is a rare but real condition that can affect women during late pregnancy ...
12/11/2025

DID YOU KNOW? 🤰🦴

Pregnancy-induced osteoporosis is a rare but real condition that can affect women during late pregnancy or shortly after giving birth. It can lead to sudden bone loss and even unexpected fractures — especially in the spine.

Hormonal changes, increased calcium needs, and genetics may contribute, but with early detection and the right medical care, most women recover well. 💪✨

Let’s raise awareness — strong moms deserve strong bones! 💛

🦴💡 IS IT OSTEOPOROSIS… OR SOMETHING ELSE? 💡🦴Sometimes bone pain, deformities, or fractures might not be caused by osteop...
08/11/2025

🦴💡 IS IT OSTEOPOROSIS… OR SOMETHING ELSE? 💡🦴

Sometimes bone pain, deformities, or fractures might not be caused by osteoporosis — they could be due to Paget’s Disease of Bone.

This condition causes bones to turn over too fast, leading to excessive breakdown and abnormal rebuilding. The result? Bones that become enlarged, misshapen, and structurally weak.

Unlike osteoporosis, which leads to generalised bone loss, Paget’s Disease typically affects specific bones such as the:
👉 Pelvis
👉 Skull
👉 Spine
👉 Legs

It’s most common in older adults, just like osteoporosis — but understanding the difference is key to proper diagnosis and treatment. 🩻

If you’re experiencing unexplained bone pain or changes in bone shape, it’s worth asking your doctor:
💬 Is it osteoporosis… or something else?

05/11/2025

Meet Jacobie — Certified Health & Wellness Coach and founder of Goodness Me Health & Wellbeing 💚

Jacobie believes that feeling your best should feel better — and she’s dedicated to helping people move from “I know what I should be doing” … to actually doing it through small, mindful, sustainable habits that stick.

Her approach is compassionate, practical, and focused on real lifestyle transformation — not quick fixes.

🤝 Through her collaboration with NOFSA, Jacobie will be helping us shine a light on bone health + prevention through smart daily choices — proving that it’s never too early or too late to invest in the health of your bones and future self.

When she’s not coaching, you’ll find her creating gut-friendly fermented foods, singing in the Cape Town Chamber Choir, staying active, and spreading the joy of living well 🌿

www.osteoporosis.org.za

03/11/2025

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