New research from RCSI highlights urgent need for national policy to support fracture prevention services

A new Survey has highlights need for a national policy to implement effective high-quality FLS aiming to reduce the risk of fracture.

By Danielle Norton January 31, 2022 Updated October 25, 2022 2 min read

A new Irish survey has highlighted the need for a national policy to implement effective high-quality Fracture Liaison Services (FLS) across Irish hospitals. This is with the aim of reducing the risk of fractures in patients.

The national survey, the first to be completed in Ireland, indicates that the implementation, and resourcing, of a national FLS would bring fracture prevention services in Irish hospitals in line with international standards. A national FLS would offer substantial cost savings to the health service. It would improve outcomes and quality of life for patients.