Vitamin D Supplements: What Parents Should Know
May 4, 2021
Most kids get enough vitamin D from April through October by playing outside. Learn when and how to supplement your child’s vitamin D intake.
Center for Bone Health News
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Differences in Bone Strength across the Skeleton Have Genetic Roots
Mar 12, 2018
CHOP researchers analyzed discrepancies in children’s bone density across the skeleton, teasing out genetic clues that may help prevent osteoporosis later in life.
Genes Influencing Later Puberty Cause Lower Bone Density
Nov 27, 2017
A genetic tendency for later puberty causes lower bone mineral density. This effect may raise the risk of osteoporosis and fractures later in life.
Gene Changes Found to Strongly Improve Bone Density in Girls
Mar 23, 2016
CHOP researchers show that rare genetic changes strongly increase a child’s bone strength, but only in girls. Bone formation in childhood has lifelong effects.