An exploration of the bone health of older adults with an intellectual disability in Ireland

ConclusionDespite low levels of reported doctor's diagnosis of osteoporosis risk factor prevalence was high. Considering the insidious nature of osteoporosis and the low levels of diagnostic screening, prevalence could be possibly higher.

Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - April 20, 2016 Category: Disability Authors: E. A. Burke, P. McCallion, R. Carroll, J. B. Walsh, M. McCarron Tags: Original manuscript Source Type: research