Arthritis Research Canada Recognizes World Osteoporosis Day with Research & Awareness Aimed at Making Millions Less Breakable
October 20, 2025 (Vancouver) – Today is World Osteoporosis Day and Arthritis Research Canada is shedding light on a condition that affects around 2.3 million Canadians and the research its scientists are conducting to improve diagnosis and care.
Osteoporosis is a medical condition that increases a person’s risk of breaking bones. It’s often called a silent disease because individuals live with it for years before receiving a diagnosis.
“Much like high blood pressure, patients often don’t know they have osteoporosis until they experience life-changing fractures,” said Dr. Raheem Kherani, a rheumatologist and clinician investigator at Arthritis Research Canada.
Canada’s largest clinical arthritis research institution is hosting a free webinar on Wednesday, November 5 at 11 a.m. PST as part of its latest Education Series episode, which focuses on osteoporosis and bone health.
Webinar attendees will learn about:
- Osteoporosis and who it affects
- Risk factors for developing osteoporosis
- Bone density and fracture risk
- Osteoporosis prevention
- Medications used to treat osteoporosis and improve bone density
- The role of diet and exercise in osteoporosis
- The latest osteoporosis research
Dr. Kherani will host the webinar with Arthritis Research Canada research scientist and rheumatologist, Dr. Carrie Ye.
Dr. Kherani is the Head of the Division of Rheumatology at Richmond Hospital. He has conducted extensive research on osteoporosis and has advocated for access to medications and improved care in Indigenous and remote communities. Dr. Ye is the Medical Director of the Northern Alberta Osteoporosis Program. Her research specialty is osteoporosis and fracture risk in cancer patients.
Don’t miss the chance to ask questions during the Q&A session. This webinar is part of Episode 18 of Arthritis Research Canada’s Arthritis Research Education Series. Learn more about osteoporosis research, resources, patient stories and more on Arthritis Research Canada’s website or by signing up for the free webinar.
To sign up for the Osteoporosis & Bone Health webinar, click here.
To watch Episode 18 of the Arthritis Research Education Series, click here.
