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SCOOP is a randomised controlled trial.  It aims to demonstrate whether a community-based screening programme can help prevent fragility fractures in older women.  Some women are more likely to suffer a fracture in later years, even if they do not have a family history of the brittle bone disease osteoporosis.  Those in the screening group in this study who are found to be at higher risk of breaking a bone will be offered treatment by their GP that has been proven to be effective in helping to prevent fractures.