RCP releases guide for patients over 50 who have broken a bone

The RCP in association with National Osteoporosis Society (NOS) has released Strong bones after 50, a new guide for patients and carers to support older people who have broken a bone following a fall.   The booklet explains what good NHS care should look like for someone who has suffered a broken ‘fragility fracture’, including care from a Fracture Liaison Service (FLS). The guide also includes:  advice on what assessments and treatments to expect  a ‘bone health record’, so that patients can look at their care and compare to what should happen a list of questions for patients to ask their doctor, nurse or