You're At Risk If... -- You have a small, thin frame -- You have a family history of osteoporosis -- You're a postmenopausal woman -- You've been taking high or prolonged doses of thyroid hormone or cortisone -- Your diet is low in dairy products and other sources of calcium -- You are physically inactive -- You smoke cigarettes or drink large quantities of alcohol DATA: NATIONAL OSTEOPOROSIS FOUNDATION

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