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Assessment of the Bone Density of Nomadic Fulani Herdsmen in Northern Nigeria Using Calcaneal Ultrasonography

CONTEXT: Osteoporosis is characterized by decreased bone density and increased bone fragility. Genetics, diet, and physical activity are established determinants of bone density. The seminomadic Fulani of northern Nigeria trek long distances on foot daily to graze and water their animals, and have a...

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Main Authors: Laabes, Emmanuel P., Sendeht, Ayuba J., Dalyop, Nyango D., Glew, Robert H.
Format: Artigo
Language:Inglês
Published: Medscape 2008
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Online Access:https://ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2525473/
https://ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18769699
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