Commenting, Mr Stevenson said:
“I applaud and support this
initiative to raise awareness of this condition which causes bones to become
thin and frail.
“It is normally the case that people
do not realise that they have the disease until they suffer their first fracture.
However, osteoporosis is a treatable condition and with lifestyle changes and
medical treatment, many fractures can now be avoided.
“For those wishing more information,
please visit: www.worldosteoporosisday.org.”