I'm Not Slowing Down by Ann Richards, Richard M. Levine
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Book Description

Former Texas governor Ann Richards shares her struggle with osteoporosis in an inspirational, eye-opening book that will help other women to triumph over this debilitating disease.

Twenty-eight million Americans will face osteoporosis. Often triggered by hormonal changes that occur after menopause, osteoporosis results in the fracturing of bones, which can prove fatal to the elderly. One out of every six affected women will break her hip; only one out of three will regain her independence.

In 1996, after falling and fracturing her hand, Ann Richards went for a bone density test. She was diagnosed with osteopenia, an early stage of osteoporosis. After witnessing both of her grandmothers and her mother fall victim to the disease, Richards was determined to overcome its incapacitating effects. She began a physician-approved regimen of medication and dramatically changed her lifestyle.

In I'm Not Slowing Down, the former Texas governor, known for her straight talk, tells women what they need to know to combat this devastating disease.

About the Author

Ann Richards

Ann Richards was governor of Texas from 1990 to 1994, and has been active in politics for over half a century. In 1988, she gained national prominence with her keynote address at the Democratic National Convention. She divides her time between Texas and New York City. Her personal osteoporosis regime includes a careful diet, weight-bearing and aerobic exercises, vitamins, and Evista.

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Richard U. Levine, M.D.

Richard U. Levine, M.D., is a Clinical Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Collage of Physicians and Surgeons of Columbia University and Attending Physician at New York-Presbyterian Hospital, where he serves as Vice-Chairman in the department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He has provided the medical expertise in I'm Not Slowing Down..

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