The National Osteoporosis Foundation is excited to once again be named as 
an official charity partner of the 2020 TCS New York City Marathon – which 
will celebrate its 50th anniversary on November 1. To commemorate this 
milestone year, NOF has recruited dedicated women over the age of 50 to 
join its ‘Be Bone Strong’ team. The team is committed to showcasing the 
critical importance of bone health in active aging.

Active Aging and the Critical Importance of Bone Health

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On this episode of Bone Talk, BHOF CEO Claire Gill sits down with Dr. 
Philippe Halbout, CEO of the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) to 
discuss the groundbreaking Capture the Fracture global program. Capture the 
Fracture Program is a global initiative that provides recognition, 
resources, training, and tools to support Post-Fracture Care Coordination 
Programs (Fracture Liaison Services) worldwide. It has the goal of 
facilitating and supporting the implementation of coordinated 
multidisciplinary models of care for secondary fracture prevention. Since 
2020, they’ve been able to train 71 mentors in 14 countries.

Capture the Fracture, a Global Program Addressing Osteoporosis and Secondary Fracture Care

On this episode of Bone Talk, BHOF CEO Claire Gill sits down with Natasha 
Williams, CEO of Phoenix Hipwear, a brand that produces a soft and 
functional hip protector designed to reduce the risk of a hip fracture by 
up to 80%.  As a member of BHOF’s Corporate Advisory Roundtable, Natasha is 
also a passionate advocate for hip protection and fall prevention. 
Natasha's journey into the world of osteoporosis started with her mother 
working at nursing homes and she recognized the significant need for 
innovative hip protection solutions.

Fall Prevention and Hip Protection with Natasha Williams

Joining BHOF CEO Claire Gill on the latest episode of Bone Talk is Sonia 
Satra, founder of Moticise, a lifestyle wellness program integrating 
movement with mindset for lasting personal transformation. Sonia, an 
accomplished actress with a deep interest in mindset, explains how her 
acting career instilled resilience and adaptability, crucial for overcoming 
rejection. Discussing common challenges in transformation, Sonia highlights 
fear and self-doubt as significant hurdles. She advocates for reframing 
negative self-talk and utilizing empowering questions to unlock potential.

Mastering the Movement-Mindset Connection for Personal Transformation

On this episode of Bone Talk, BHOF CEO Claire Gill interviews Dr. Howard 
Sesso, an expert in epidemiology and nutrition research. Dr. Sesso shares 
his personal motivation for studying the relationship between lifestyle 
factors and health outcomes, stemming from his father's experience with 
heart issues. He delves into the significance of evidence-based research in 
understanding the impact of dietary supplements on bone health, 
particularly highlighting the insights from the Women's Health Initiative 
study.

Nourishing Bones: Expert Insights on Nutrition, Vitamins, and Supplements With Dr. Howard Sesso

Mike Mayo, an osteoporosis patient and contributor to the Bone Talk blog, 
joins BHOF CEO Claire Gill on the latest episode of Bone Talk to discuss 
his inspiring journey of combating osteoporosis with the help of strength 
training. In the conversation, Mike shares his experiences, from denial to 
acceptance and engagement with his condition, highlighting the importance 
of lifestyle changes for bone health. His story is like so many others who 
never expected to deal with this type of diagnosis.

Active Aging and the Critical Importance of Bone Health

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