Bone Health During and After Cancer Treatment

Strong bones are an essential part of good health. Cancer and its treatments can cause a decrease in bone density and strength leading to an increased risk of fractures. Juliet Penn, MD and Sarah Washburn, MS, RDN, CSO discuss steps people living with cancer can take to maintain healthy bones and reduce their risk of bone loss. To learn more about Medical Oncology and Oncology Nutrition at Ridley-Tree Cancer Center, visit https://ridleytreecc.org. To learn more about Ridley-Tree Cancer Center's Community Lectures, visit https://lectures.ridleytreecc.org. This lecture was recorded February 2022.