Capture the Fracture® Fracture Focus - Issue 11

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CLOSING THE FRACTURE CARE GAP THE ROLE OF THE ROYAL OSTEOPOROSIS SOCIETY IN THE UNITED KINGDOM

An interview with Craig Jones, Royal Osteoporosis Society CEO

commitment has driven nationwide implementation and measurable improvements in patient outcomes. However, significant disparities remain, particularly in England, where only about half of NHS Trusts currently provide FLS, leaving many patients without adequate post- fracture care.

In our latest interview, CEO Craig Jones shares a candid view of the progress being made in the UK —and the work still to be done. Since 2022, the Royal Osteoporosis Society has accelerated efforts to close the fracture care gap across the UK, with notable progress in expanding Fracture Liaison Services (FLS). Wales stands out as a leading example, where strong political

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