Barzilay JI, et al. - Given that clinically recognized cardiovascular disease is associated with osteoporosis and hip fracture risk, researchers examined the correlation of subclinical atherosclerosis to bone health. Findings from this study showed an association of subclinical carotid artery intimal medial thickness with an increased risk of hip fractures despite being associated with elevated bone mineral density (BMD). Even in its early stages, vascular health is linked to bone health, by pathways other than BMD.