Some ways to protect your bones are:
Get enough calcium and vitamin D each day.
Walk, climb stairs, lift weights, or dance each day.
Talk with your doctor about having a bone mineral density (BMD) test.
Talk with your doctor about taking medicine to make your bones stronger.
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