The Women’s Health Services Committee at Cass County Health System is hosting the event, “Staying Strong in the Fight Against Osteoporosis” on Tuesday, May 19th at 5:30 p.m. in CCHS Conference Room 2.

Osteoporosis is a condition that causes bones to become weak and brittle. According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, about one in two women and up to one in four men over the age of 50 will break a bone due to osteoporosis.

“We often mistakenly think of osteoporosis as being something that only affects older women,” says Kim Kopp, RN, WOCN, and co-chair of the CCHS Women’s Health Services Committee. “But that’s just not the case, and there are many things that we can do when we are young to help prevent the onset of this disease.”

During the event, Dr. Tressa Wilcox will talk about the diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis. Dr. Edward Fisher will talk about osteoporosis complications, and Ryan Legg, DPT will discuss prevention as well as demonstrate exercises using an exercise band.

Women of all ages are encouraged to attend, and the program is free and open to the public. No pre-registration is necessary. For more information, contact CCHS Public Relations Department at 712-243-7408. All attendees will be able to take home their own exercise band, and a small snack will be served.