Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month; May 2025; recognize

This resolution (HR 333) formally recognizes May 2025 as Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month. It highlights statistics on osteoporosis impact - such as 54 million Americans affected, $57 billion in annual Medicare fracture costs, and the risk of fractures for 1 in 2 women over 50 - without creating new laws or funding. The resolution serves solely to raise public and policymaker awareness about bone health, prevention through diet/exercise, and the need for screening, as osteoporosis is described as a "silent disease." It does not alter Medicare policies, allocate resources, or mandate actions.