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Cancer and Bone Health

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Declining bone health is common as people age, but cancer treatment may also cause loss of bone mass. In this program, learn about the risks and symptoms of osteoporosis, and the steps you can take to promote strong, healthy bones during and after cancer.

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EXPERTS & GUESTS:
Robert F. Gagel, M.D. Robert F. Gagel, M.D.
Head, Division of Internal Medicine, MD Anderson Cancer Center
Dr. Robert Gagel is Head of the Division of Internal Medicine and Professor in the Department of Endocrine Neoplasia and Hormonal Disorders at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center where he also serves as Chief of the Metabolic Bone Disease Program. Dr. Gagel attended medical school at Ohio State University and went on to complete an internship... more >

Dawn Born,
Cancer Survivor
When Dawn Born was pregnant with her third child, in 1986, her body was not metabolizing calcium properly. She suffered spinal compression fractures from osteoporosis in pregnancy along with hypothyroidism. When Dawn was diagnosed with cancer in January of 1999, her doctors made special efforts to protect her bone health. She celebrated her 10-year cancer-free anniversary with a big party... more >

TRANSCRIPT:

  1. Introduction LISTEN
  2. Dawn's Story LISTEN
  3. Protecting the Bones LISTEN
  4. The Effect of Treatment on Bone Health LISTEN
  5. Complications of Bone Loss LISTEN
  6. Supplementation LISTEN
  7. Hope for the Future LISTEN

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