Information and tools to assist in understanding and assessing risks factors for bone health, breast cancer and cardivascular disease.
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Know your bones - online tool from Osteoporosis Australia and Garvan Institute of Medical Research that helps adults assess their likelihood of fractures, including those diagnosed with osteopenia and osteoporosis
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Know your chances - USA National Cancer Institute website wioth interactive pie charts describing the chance that someone of your sex, race and age will die – from anything - in the next 10 years
- Statin/Aspirin Choice Decision Aid - risk calculator allows you to use one of three methods of assessing your risk of cardiovascular disease and whether you should be on extra medication. It should be used in consultation with your doctor.
- Risk Checker - 5 minute health questionnaire - helps people understand their risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease and kidney disease and importantly, know what steps to take next to reduce their risk
Glossary of Terms
A description of words and terms used in menopause and women's health is available from:
Content updated February 2020