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Setting Global Standards for Hip-Fracture Care: Why the New WHO Benchmarks Matter for the Future of Bone Health

On 6 November 2025, Nature Reviews Rheumatology published an important Perspective titled “WHO benchmarks for equitable hip-fracture care and osteoporosis treatment in older people.” Led by Prof Manju Chandran, Chairperson of the Asia Pacific Consortium on Osteoporosis (APCO), this paper marks a major milestone for the global bone health community. As populations age at unprecedented …

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World Osteoporosis Day 2025: APCO Members Unite for Global Bone Health

October 20, 2025, marked World Osteoporosis Day (WOD), an annual global campaign coordinated by the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) to raise awareness of the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of osteoporosis and fragility fractures. This year’s theme, “It’s Unacceptable! The Overlooked Crisis in Osteoporosis Prevention and Care” called for urgent global action to address a silent …

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A Landmark Study in Rare Bone Disorders: What the ASPIRE Survey Reveals

The management of rare bone disorders (RBDs) has long posed significant challenges across the Asia-Pacific region. Limited awareness among healthcare providers, delayed diagnoses, and uneven access to specialist care often result in suboptimal outcomes for patients living with these complex conditions. These barriers highlight a pressing need for greater understanding, coordinated care pathways, and targeted …

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Mongolia Hosts its First-Ever International Conference on Bone and Muscle Health

On 12 September 2025, history was made in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, with the nation’s first-ever international scientific meeting dedicated to osteoporosis and musculoskeletal health. The “Bone and Muscle Health 2025” International Conference, held at the Holiday Inn, brought together leaders and experts from across the globe, marking a new chapter for bone health in Mongolia. The …

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Making History in Rome: APCO Shines at WCO-IOF-ESCEO 2025

The historic city of Rome played host to one of the most prestigious global gatherings in bone, joint, and muscle health – the WCO-IOF-ESCEO 2025, held from April 10-13, 2025. With more than 4,500 delegates in attendance and a similar number tuning in virtually, the event showcased cutting-edge science, impactful policy discussions, and a deep …

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Celebrating Excellence: APCO Members Win Top Honors at the 2025 ISCD Conference in Boston

The Asia Pacific Consortium on Osteoporosis (APCO) proudly congratulates its esteemed members on their well-deserved recognition at the 2025 International Society for Clinical Densitometry (ISCD) Annual Business Meeting and Awards Ceremony. Held in Boston, Massachusetts, from February 20–22, 2025, this prestigious event celebrated the contributions of leading experts in the field of skeletal health assessment. …

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Advancing Bone Health: Training for Phase 2 of the APCO Bone Health QI Project

The Asia Pacific Consortium on Osteoporosis (APCO) has taken another significant stride in improving osteoporosis care and management with the launch of Phase 2 of the APCO Bone Health Quality Improvement (QI) Audit Project. Building on the success of Phase 1, this initiative continues to utilize APCO’s groundbreaking Bone Health Quality Improvement Toolkit. Launched in …

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APCO and SAFES Join Forces for Groundbreaking Projects

We are thrilled to announce a pivotal collaboration between the Asia Pacific Consortium on Osteoporosis (APCO) and the South Asian Federation of Endocrine Societies (SAFES). This partnership underscores our shared commitment to advancing osteoporosis care and endocrinology research in the South Asian region. Together, we aim to address critical challenges in managing osteoporosis and reducing …

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APCO members celebrate World Osteoporosis Day 2024 by emphasizing on ‘Say No to Fragile Bones’

Last Sunday, October 20, 2024, members of the Asia Pacific Consortium on Osteoporosis (APCO) celebrated World Osteoporosis Day (WOD). This annual global campaign, coordinated by the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF), aims to raise much-needed awareness of the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of osteoporosis and fragility fractures. This year’s IOF World Osteoporosis Day (WOD) campaign, “Say …

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