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Dinner with the Doc: Bone Health - Reducing the risk for fractures
For people who are older than 50, it is possible that a fracture is related to osteoporosis. Learn more at a dinner program on Oct. 11, 5-7.
SOUTHINGTON - Many people are unaware of the link between osteoporosis and fractures. A free Dinner with the Doc focusing on bone health will be held Tuesday, Oct. 11, 5 to 7 p.m., at Southington Care Center, 45 Meriden Ave. For people who are older than 50, there is a very good chance that a fracture is related to osteoporosis, sometimes called “brittle bone.” Dr. Stephen Davis, who will lead the program, will also discuss how to reduce the risk of fractures. Davis is an orthopedic trauma surgeon, with Orthopedic Associates of Hartford, HHC Bone & Join Institute at Hartford Hospital.
A light complimentary dinner will be served. Seating is limited and reservations are required. To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373).
Southington Care Center offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, and is a not for profit member of Hartford HealthCare Senior Services. For more information about Southington Care Center, visit southingtoncare.org.
