According to the International Osteoporosis Foundation, approximately one in three women and one in five men over the age of 50 are living with the disease, in which bones weaken and become susceptible to fractures.

Due to the rapid ageing of the world's population, osteoporosis is likely to become an even greater burden, with some estimates suggesting that in 2050 the number of osteoporosis-related hip fractures will almost double compared to 2018 statistics.

Studies show that there are some ways people can help reduce their risk of developing osteoporosis, such as eating a well-balanced diet rich in calcium and vitamin D, not smoking, exercising to strengthen muscles and bones, and maintaining a healthy weight. | BGNES