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Yes, it’s different for women. Whether it’s sports injuries during their youth or osteoporosis when they get older, there are significant disparities in the types and prevalence of bone and joint conditions that women experience. These disparities can be traced back to a number of physiological differences, as well as societal pressures. Here we offer a number of resources to inform women about these differences and what they can do about it.  
     
  Healthy Bones for LifeComprehensive guide for women’s bone health, provided by BWH doctors.  
    Women and Sports InjuriesIn this video, Dr. Jennifer Baima talks about the most common injuries in female athletes and ways to prevent and treat them.     
    Triad Q&ADr. Jennifer Baima answers questions about the Female Athlete Triad, a medical condition seen in young female athletes.  
    Osteoporosis Risk Assessment for WomenOne in two U.S. women will suffer an osteoporosis-related bone fracture during their lifetime.        
 
       
 
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