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VSI KICKS OFF MILK (CALCIUM) MUSTACHE CAMPAIGN TO PROMOTE BONE HEALTH

Whether you realize it or not, in the year 2020 the Surgeon General’s report estimates one in two Americans over age 50 will have or be at high risk for osteoporosis. If these predictions come true, this will have a devastating impact on the well being of Americans as they age.

Bone health is critically important to the overall health and quality of life for Americans. Since the bone health status of Americans appears to be in jeopardy, educating individuals is of prime importance.

Come out on May 12^th to learn new tips for ensuring your bone healthy lifestyle. The fifth annual We’ve Got Your Back race for spinal health hosted at the Virginia Spine Institute (VSI) is set to feature a spinal health fair to promote public awareness. Prevention of bone disease begins at birth and is a lifelong challenge. Individuals can improve their bone health by engaging in regular physical activity, following a calcium-rich diet, and avoiding behaviors that can be bone damaging.

In preparation of the upcoming spinal health fair, our VSI team is launching a Milk Mustache campaign. The mission of this campaign is to promote bone health awareness by showcasing which calcium-rich foods our team consumes to meet their target daily intake levels (appropriate amount should be determined by your physician).

Check out our very own milk mustache celebrities on flickr. You’ll notice our favorite calcium sources include milk, yogurt, cereal, broccoli, almonds, cereal,  salmon, and cheese. Where do you get your calcium?

Join our Milk Mustache campaign on race day by posing with you favorite calcium source in the photo booth or better yet email us your photos (link to milk mustache recipe) in advance to marketing@spinemd.com.

**Our not-so-secret Milk Mustache recipe was actually borrowed from the kind folks at the Western Dairy Association.  Mix up a batch to sport your milk mustache today! Click here to view recipe

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