Resources & Support
A curated list of trustworthy organisations, tools, and services for people with osteoporosis and their families in Ireland. We are not affiliated with any of these organisations.
Irish Organisations
The leading Irish charity for people with osteoporosis. Provides a helpline, patient information, and advocacy for better osteoporosis services in Ireland.
Helpline: 01 637 5050
https://www.irishosteoporosis.ieThe HSE website provides information on accessing bone density testing, GP services, specialist referrals, and public hospital services across Ireland.
https://www.hse.ieProvides Irish dietary reference values for calcium, Vitamin D, and other nutrients relevant to bone health.
https://www.fsai.ieFree HSE smoking cessation service. Smoking is a significant risk factor for osteoporosis — quitting helps protect your bones.
https://www.quit.ieInternational Resources
The world's leading non-governmental organisation dedicated to osteoporosis prevention. Provides extensive patient education resources.
https://www.osteoporosis.foundationUS-based organisation with comprehensive patient education resources on osteoporosis, treatment, and nutrition.
https://www.bonehealthandosteoporosis.orgWHO fracture risk assessment tool. Calculate your 10-year fracture probability. Select Ireland as your country.
https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/FRAX/Provides high-quality patient information resources, including guides to DXA scans, medication, and living with osteoporosis.
https://theros.org.ukMental Health & Wellbeing
Irish mental health charity providing support for depression and anxiety, which can accompany a chronic condition like osteoporosis.
https://www.aware.ieInformation and advocacy for older people in Ireland, including advice on home care, benefits, and community support.
https://www.ageaction.ieFree, confidential emotional support available 24/7. Call 116 123.
Freephone: 116 123 (24/7)
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Last reviewed: February 2026 — FragilityFracture.ie Editorial Team