Jump to navigation Jump to footer Find out more   GSK in focus Osteoporosis: the silent disease Osteoporosis – represented here by a piece of coral – is a disease in which bones become brittle and break more easily. There's no cure, but treatment can strengthen bones and help reduce the risk of fractures. To mark this year's World Osteoporosis Day, we look at what is known as "the silent disease" due to its lack of outward signs and symptoms. Find out more about osteop ...