Every three seconds a fragility fracture occurs. But when someone has a bone break it may not just be a part of getting older. Often, it is due to the underlying condition of osteoporosis. This Osteoporosis Awareness Month, learn how the UCB Bone Health Team works with healthcare partners, including hospitals, integrated delivery systems, and community partners, to create a better system for osteoporosis care driven by what patients want and need.

At UCB, we are using our passion and expertise to address gaps in post-fracture care to provide patients the support they need. This Osteoporosis Awareness Month, read from Alison Kocanda, Head of U.S. Bone, as she shares how UCB is supporting patients through education and resources.

Every three seconds - that is how often it is estimated that a fragility fracture occurs. Although nearly 9 million fractures occur annually worldwide, oftentimes people think fragile bones are an inevitable part of getting older, but a fracture may more commonly be the result of an underlying condition: osteoporosis. This May for Osteoporosis Awareness Month, we’re highlighting things to know about osteoporosis and our commitment to addressing the gaps impacting those living with the disease.

This Osteoporosis Awareness Month, UCB is pleased to collaborate with OpenIDEO , an open innovation platform, to launch the new Healthy Bones, Healthy Aging Challenge.

2018 marked the 90th anniversary of UCB. Since our creation in 1928, UCB has been characterized by a strong entrepreneurial spirit, determination and resilience, long term views, and a strong belief science and innovation would improve humanity.

It is estimated that a fragility fracture occurs every 3 seconds— totaling nearly 9 million fractures annually, worldwide. Oftentimes people think fragile bones are an inevitable part of getting older. But a broken hip or bone may more commonly be the result of an underlying condition: osteoporosis. So common that by the time you finish reading the title of this post, a fragility fracture due to osteoporosis has occurred.

By the time you finish reading the title of this post, a fragility fracture due to osteoporosis has occurred. It is estimated that a fragility fracture occurs every 3 seconds— totaling nearly 9 million fractures annually, worldwide. In the U.S. alone, fragility fractures are responsible for approximately 500,000 hospitalizations, 800,000 emergency room visits, and 180,000 nursing home placements each year.