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Table 1 10-item questionnaire addressing the OA recommended prevention guidelines concerning osteoporosis

From: Knowledge change regarding osteoporosis prevention: translating recommended guidelines into user-friendly messages within a community forum

Please read the following statements, and circle whether you think the statements are TRUE or FALSE. If you do not know the answer, please circle UNSURE

A diet low in calcium increases the risk of osteoporosis

TRUE

FALSE

USURE

We should include 3–5 serves of calcium-rich foods in our daily diet

TRUE

FALSE

USURE

Food is the main source of vitamin D

TRUE

FALSE

USURE

The body needs vitamin D to help absorb calcium

TRUE

FALSE

USURE

Excessive alcohol is bad for your bones

TRUE

FALSE

USURE

Activities like swimming and cycling help to build strong bones

TRUE

FALSE

USURE

People with osteoporosis can feel their bones getting weak

TRUE

FALSE

USURE

Long periods of sitting are good for bone strength

TRUE

FALSE

USURE

Cigarette smoking will harm your bones

TRUE

FALSE

USURE

Osteoporosis can affect men

TRUE

FALSE

USURE