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As people age, their bones naturally weaken, creating a higher risk of fractures and other injuries.

This condition, often referred to as osteoporosis, occurs more frequently and earlier in women due to menopause-induced bone loss and lower bone mass, according to Healthline.

Osteoporosis can often lead to complications such as chronic pain, disability and premature death in severe cases, as well as pneumonia in older adults.

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Although the condition is more common in women, a 2019 study published by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) found that men were more likely to die one year after a hip fracture than women.

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