The role of the nurses specialist in osteoporosis

Article Abstract:

Postmenopausal women are the main sufferers of osteoporosis, with an estimated 750 million pounds sterling being spent on related bone treatments in the UK during 1995. Specialist nurses can help women who have been diagnosed as suffering from the disease by improving diet and exercise. Calcium deficiency is one of the main causes of osteoporosis, which can increase the risk of bone fractures and cause painful spine curvature in extreme cases. Hormone replacement therapy can prevent continued fractures and bone loss, as can improved nutritional intake and regular exercise.

Hormone therapy, Osteoporosis

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Don't lose heart

Article Abstract:

A humorous play, performed by an all female drama group, is being used as a way of giving health promotion messages to women in Yorkshire, England. The play emphasizes the contributing factors of heart disease which accounts for the deaths of 1 in 4 women every year. It includes several sketches each dealing with the main causes of heart disease followed by a discussion group several weeks later. The follow-up groups assess audience reaction to the play which so far has been very positive.

Prevention, Heart diseases

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Space to do their own thing

Article Abstract:

The ways in which music, yoga and drama can be used to develop confidence and co-ordination in people with learning disabilities are described. The therapy work at the Royal Forest Centre, Cinderford, UK is described and photographed.

Services, Disabled persons, Music therapy, Yoga, Learning disabilities, Learning disorders

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