Fosamax, one in a class of drugs called bisphosphonates, is supposed to make bones stronger, and for many women, it is safe and effective. But now there's mounting evidence that, for some women, taking these medications for more than five years could cause spontaneous fractures.

Please view this blog post for the solution.

Here's a fascinating story how osteopenia became a "disease".

An alternative to drugs . . . here it is.