Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 44279

Fractures: Older People

Tabled: 4 April 2025
Answered: 9 April 2025

Question

Victoria Collins

Liberal DemocratHarpenden and Berkhamsted

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what plans his Department has to ensure effective fracture liaison services for over 50s.

Answer

Ashley Dalton
Fracture Liaison Services (FLS) are a globally recognised care model and can reduce the risk of refracture for people at risk of osteoporosis by up to 40%. They can play a vital role in improving quality of life and increasing the number of years that can...

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