Osteoporosis

Calcium pills that are widely used to help prevent osteoporosis have been associated with a significantly increased risk of heart attack, researchers report.

An implanted chip delivered daily doses of teriparatide, which is usually injected, holding out the promise of implants that can help solve adherence problems.

Intravenous bisphosphonates, often used to treat metastases and bone pain in breast cancer patients, are now being used by clinicians for osteoporosis in these patients—pharmacists need to recommend appropriate screening and treatment.