Episode Details

In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked yet critical connection between breast cancer treatment and bone health, as well as what patients can do to protect their bones throughout every stage of care.

You’ll learn:

• How treatments like hormone therapy, radiation, and aromatase inhibitors impact bone density
• Why estrogen receptor-positive patients are at greater risk for bone loss
• The role of calcium, vitamin D, and weight-bearing exercise in bone strength
• How to track bone health with regular DEXA scans
• What osteoclast-targeted therapy is and how it prevents fractures and bone metastases
• Long-term strategies to maintain bone strength after treatment

Whether you’re currently in treatment or navigating recovery, this episode will help you make bone health a vital part of your cancer care plan.

Blog Link: The Importance of Bone Health for Breast Cancer Patients

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