A randomized controlled trial of mailed osteoporosis education to older adults
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- 24 January 2006
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Springer Nature in Osteoporosis International
- Vol. 17 (5) , 760-767
Abstract
Osteoporosis represents a growing public health concern; however, current rates of management are sub-optimal. The aim of our study was to assess, in a randomized controlled trial, the effect of a mailed educational intervention on older adults’ knowledge, attitudes, and preventive behaviors regarding osteoporosis. The setting was a large publicly funded state pharmacy benefits program. The patients were 31,715 Medicare beneficiaries from Pennsylvania who participated in a drug benefits program for low-to-moderate income elderly people.Keywords
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