Dr. Cooper in studio; managing your risk factors,Osteoporosis discussion,Vitamin D topics,no more tobacco

If you would like to live longer and live better, a new study of 50-year-old men and women reinforces what we already know – you need to manage your risk factors. Which ones are the most important? Osteoporosis, or brittle bone disease, impacts more women than men, but guys are certainly not immune. New research reveals just how much exercise is needed to keep bones healthy and strong. Here is some interesting news. Even though you spend plenty of time outdoors you still may not be getting all the vitamin D you need.Speaking of spending time outdoors, how does your sun block measure up? Based on a comprehensive new web site, the answer to that question is probably "not very good.? And congratulations to England! The Brits have said good-bye to tobacco.