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Could daily injections soon be a thing of the past?

Microchip implant could replace daily injections

A new microchip implant that releases an osteoporosis drug directly into the body has been successfully trialled in Denmark.

The chip takes the place of daily injections and has the advantage of being able to administer the dose of medicine more consistently than a hypodermic injection.

Under local anaesthetic, surgeons implant the chip just below the waist. The procedure takes just 30 minutes.

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Young Scientist Prize - 24 February 2012

Have you been involved in research for 10 years or less? Do you want £4000 to put towards furthering your research career, plus £500 in your pocket?

Research Funding - 2 March 2012

The 2012 National Osteoporosis Society Research Grants Round is now accepting applications. Up to £250,000 is available to fund projects which clearly demonstrate potential benefits to those people with or at risk of osteoporosis and are in line with our research strategy and priorities.

Virgin London Marathon 2012

This is your opportunity to run the Olympic course in Britain’s special Olympic year! Last few places remaining.

Join Team Osteoporosis in the most prestigious road race in the world, and raise vital funds to help us create a breakfree future.

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Bone Densitometry

Registration is open for the next lecture course for the National Training Scheme for Bone Densitometry 12th–13th March 2012. Follow the link below for more info and to download a registration form.