PEOPLE wanting to learn more about the bone disease osteoporosis can do so at a public awareness meeting held by a local support group.

The event, organised by the National Osteoporosis Society Isle of Wight Support Group, takes place at the Ryde Theatre on Thursday, May 2 from 7.30pm.

Dr Elaine Dennison, research fellow at Southampton General Hospital, will be speaking at the meeting, which is free.

For more information call Anne Yeomans, group chairman, on 01983 883667.