"Take This 3-Minute Test to Uncover 'Invisible Threats' to Your Life—Millions Are Joining In!"

Table of Contents

1. Three-Minute Health Test
2. The Campaign and Its Importance
3. Understanding Osteoporosis
4. Frequently Asked Questions

MILLIONS of Brits are being encouraged to take a three-minute test to uncover “invisible threats” to their health.

The online assessment aims to enhance diagnoses and facilitate quicker treatment for individuals.

Women face a higher risk of osteoporosis during menopauseCredit: Getty

Individuals can assess their risk of bone fractures due to osteoporosis in just a few minutes as part of a new campaign supported by the Royal Osteoporosis Society (ROS).

The ROS advocates for bone health to be treated “with the same seriousness as heart, eye, lung, and dental health.”

Osteoporosis weakens bones, making them brittle and more susceptible to fractures from falls or even minor actions like coughing and sneezing.

Women are particularly vulnerable due to a rapid decline in bone density during menopause.

The new ROS initiative – the Great British Bone Check – features a digital tool designed to help individuals evaluate their bone health in just three minutes.

Brits can take the free test, which consists of 18 questions regarding their health, including BMI and alcohol consumption. With each response, their risk level is revealed.

This initiative has received support from the Queen, whose mother and grandmother both suffered from osteoporosis.

Craig Jones, the chief executive of ROS, remarked: “Poor bone health is one of the most pressing threats to healthy living in later life.

“For older adults, fractures can lead to isolation, chronic pain, and despair, often shortening lives. Low awareness hides an invisible danger for millions.

“The Great British Bone Check serves as a call to action for the nation to prioritize bone health alongside heart, eye, lung, mental, and dental health.

The new campaign is endorsed by Queen CamillaCredit: Getty

“With early detection, individuals can access treatments that prevent fractures and restore the future they deserve.”

The campaign follows a YouGov survey of 2,082 adults conducted for the ROS, which revealed that 79 percent of people have never checked their bone health, and nearly half (49 percent) are unaware that women are more likely to experience bone fractures after menopause.

Less than half (44 percent) knew that osteoporosis can lead to serious complications.

Osteoporosis can be prevented through regular exercise, a balanced diet, vitamin D supplementation, and lifestyle changes such as reducing or quitting alcohol consumption.

The YouGov survey indicated that over 80 percent of people (82 percent) do not engage in enough exercise to maintain strong bones, while 43 percent do not take vitamin D supplements.

Justine Roberts, founder and executive chairwoman of Mumsnet, stated: “We are proud to support this campaign.

“At Mumsnet, we recognize the importance of having access to clear health information, and the Great British Bone Check will enable the nation to assess their risk of bone fractures in just minutes.

“Osteoporosis affects millions of women across the UK, and it is crucial for everyone to be aware of their bone health and the severe impact osteoporosis can have.”