Known as the “silent thief,” osteoporosis is a disease that thins and weakens bones to the point where they break easily. Most people don’t know they have a problem until they break a bone.

Osteoporosis is most common in women who are past menopause, but older men also are at risk. Risk factors for osteoporosis include age, white or Asian race, alcohol or tobacco use, certain medical conditions or medications, and a history of falls.