The prevalence of low bone mineral density in women aged 55 years or older and the association with socioeconomic factors across the Globe

Socioeconomic factors have close relationship with LBMD. The imbalances of socioeconomic development might be the reason for variations of LBMD in women aged 55 or older worldwide. Reduction of undernourishment and enhancement of health expenditure might contribute to preventing LBMD. A limited increase in health investment could greatly decrease the prevalence of LBMD, especially in regions with low health expenditure.