Empowering patients to stay independent after a broken bone

The Royal College of Physicians has produced a guide for patients, carer and families to support older people who have broken a bone following a fall.
Strong bones after 50: Fracture liaison services explained - A guide for patients, carers and families

The guide has been featured on the NHS osteoporosis health page and includes a video about what to expect from the Fracture Liaison Service:

The Royal Osteoporosis Society also has a free helpline: 0808 800 0035 open Monday to Friday 9am-5pm.

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