NOF Tip for 31 May – Provide Educational Materials to 31 Patients

NOF is being cute by suggesting you help specifically 31 patients.  The practical message is clear.  You can help others by directing them to: https://www.nof.org/national-osteoporosis-month-may-2020/ or https://cdn.nof.org/wp-content/uploads/NOM-Digital-Calendar.pdf Cedar Valley Bone...

NOF Tip for 29 May – Learn What Medicare Covers

Medicare covers DXA under most circumstances.  To learn specifically how to qualify under Medicare guidelines go to: https://www.medicare.gov/coverage/bone-mass-measurements Most private insurance also covers DXA/VFA.  Citing the correct qualifications is more...

NOF Tip for 26 May – Join a Support Group

NOF encourages you to join a local support group and lists those currently registered at https://www.nof.org/patients/patient-support/nof-support-groups/ . NOF will also assist those wanting to start a local group who fill...

NOF Tip for 25 May – Join NOF Online Community “Inspire”

NOF has multiple online communities for information or support or discussion.  Explore and/or join by computer.  Go to https://www.inspire.com/groups/national-osteoporosis-foundation/.  Once you have joined, you can join one of multiple discussion...

NOF Tip for 24 May – Share Your Story

NOF is collecting the experiences of patients and caregivers in story form.  These stories could inspire others helping them to live “bone strong”. To tell your personal story go to:...

NOF tip for 23 May – Join the NOF Patient Registry

NOF maintains “The Healthy Bones, Build Them for Life” Patient Registry which collects anonymous information about the experiences of patients and caregivers.  This information is then shared to provide information...

NOF Tip for 22 May – Donate

NOF relies on donations for most of its budget.  Find out how you can be a volunteer, donor, or fundraiser at https://charity.gofundme.com/nationalosteoporosis Tell your friends about bone health information sources...