For the third consecutive year, Petalouda is implementing the nationwide public awareness campaign for chronic venous disease "We take care of the heart, we support your steps" and this time cardiovascular risk has been added, within the framework of the information provided. As every year, this year too, areas of our country have been selected where access to prevention is more limited. At the same time, through the Presidency of Ms. Tsekouras in the Greek Patients' Association, coordinated interventions are being made in the health and support of patients.

The public awareness campaign for chronic venous disease "We take care of what supports you" is being implemented for the second year and research data on the disease is being collected at the same time. During the year, many public awareness actions for osteoporosis are also being implemented, both in large urban centers and in isolated areas, and we are given the opportunity to record the shortcomings in health and primary care. Implementation of the Program "Guide to functional independence and well-being after an osteoporotic fracture" within the framework of the thematic donations of the Bodossaki Foundation for Healthy Aging.

On the occasion of the comorbidity of musculoskeletal diseases with other diseases, a nationwide public awareness campaign for chronic venous disease is launched entitled "We take care of what supports you". Informational actions are being implemented and preventive examinations are being offered in many areas of our country. At the same time, actions are being carried out in schools and sports organizations regarding kyphosis-scoliosis. The information program for osteoporosis continues as usual, covering many remote areas. The year also brought an important distinction: winning the Silver award at the Best In Pharmacy Awards in collaboration with PRO.SY.FA.PE.

Information and prevention in the foreground with the mobile unit organizing many events on osteoporosis, exercise, nutrition, prevention, menopause throughout Greece. Acquisition of the state-of-the-art Echolight machine from the TIMA Foundation. The only portable bone density measuring machine in Greece.

Normality has come to our lives. The Association's mobile unit has caught fire and is visiting Greece, covering from very small villages to large cities, supporting patients who missed their turn due to the pandemic. At the same time, the Research-Create-Innovate program is being implemented for the design and development of a nutritional supplement for osteoporosis through mechanisms of the intestinal microbiome. Study of the effectiveness and tolerance of the innovative nutritional supplement.

The mobile unit resumed its work and managed to offer over 7,000 free examinations. At the same time, informative speeches were prepared on prevention, exercise, nutrition and avoiding falls. Preparation of a research study on osteoarthritis.

The Covid-19 pandemic affected the activities of all Patient Associations in the country. However, we continued to support patients even door-to-door! Constant presence next to patients through webinars on various topics and telephone communication for psychological support.

The program of informational actions throughout Greece with the provision of preventive checks continues as usual and the Butterfly Association team visits areas from Northern Greece to Crete. At the same time, a program is being implemented with the provision of 1000 free DEXA tests to patients in need.

The year, in addition to the usual program of actions at a national level, stood out for Petalouda's participation in the National Pilot program for falls of the Ministry of Health "IPIONI". Through this program, all health structures in the country were thoroughly informed about osteoporosis and falls and printed information material on musculoskeletal diseases was distributed. Also, at the Healthcare Business Awards, Petalouda won the Bronze Award for its actions towards patients.

A year full of actions: walks, scientific talks, conferences, events, interactive seminars that exceeded a total of 15,000 participants. The update in the foreground!

This year, the implementation of the "Stop Pain" program began with the provision of kyphosis-scoliosis examinations, plantar fascia, orthopedic arthritis assessment and other examinations in structures throughout Attica. Strengthening the equipment of Petalouda with new machines and organizing the scientific team that supported the actions.

Implementation of a nationwide campaign for spinal fractures and parallel preparation of a research study. Offering 5,000 spinal x-rays to patients throughout Greece. Adaptation of the IOF calcium calculator in Greek for better access by all Greek-speaking patients.

Collaboration with University Institutions, Organizations, and Pharmacists' Associations for the education of health scientists and patients themselves regarding musculoskeletal diseases.

The year ends with over 39 information events throughout Greece and over 8,500 free kyphosis, scoliosis and bone density exams! However, the year also has another important distinction: winning the 1st World Award for our action, for the second time, among 212 countries from the IOF (Helsinki, Finland).

Information events throughout Greece that reach 9,000 people by the end of the year! Informational actions on the role of menopause in osteoporosis. Holding the first dance marathon in Ilioupoli with the aim of highlighting the message of prevention and supporting the goals of the association.

In parallel with the Butterfly actions, the largest epidemiological study on vitamin D in Greece is being implemented nationwide, with a nationwide sample from every district of Greece. The results are impressive and unique for Greek data.

A program of systematic information for health professionals about osteoporosis and the importance of Patient Associations in the country, holding large conferences open to the public in Athens and Thessaloniki. Events with preventive checks and information also in various companies for their personnel.

Carrying out informational actions and an effort by Petaloudas to inform large population groups and the media about the chronic problem of osteoporosis in Greece. Parallel visits to schools and associations to inform the public.

Acquisition of the second bone density measurement unit, which gave a real boost to Petalouda's prevention work. At the same time, the information work was strengthened with the creation of the magazine "I live better" and the strengthening of Petalouda's website.

Winning the 1st World Award "Linda Edwards Award" among 212 Associations for the multifaceted action of the Butterfly (Miami, USA). A truly great, global distinction that brought both the Butterfly and Greece itself to the forefront. Public awareness events continue unabated throughout the country.

Representation of Greece at the World Congress of Associations in Toronto, Canada and presentation of our work. Free preventive checks continue, covering 20 major areas.

A nationwide effort by Petalouda to inform large population groups about the chronic disease of osteoporosis and its effects. Parallel implementation of preventive examinations in 18 remote areas and major urban centers of our country.

This year is particularly important because an ultimately very large epidemiological study begins for the creation of the Skeletal Health Map in Greece.

Acquisition of a bone density measurement machine and launch of a preventive examination campaign throughout Greece. Commencement of the celebration of World Osteoporosis Day in Greece with informational activities.

Creation of printed informational material signed by specialized scientists per category (nutrition, exercise, fractures, prevention, falls, menopause, etc.) and distribution of this nationwide.

Collaboration with scientific bodies on osteoporosis in Greece to highlight this chronic disease in the scientific community and among patients.

Butterfly becomes an official member of the large community of the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF), which has enabled Greece to follow international developments very closely and bring to Greece the latest practices implemented abroad.

Establishment of the Butterfly Association and organization of the Association's members nationwide. This year, an Association was born that was to offer thousands of examinations to patients throughout Greece and make prevention a reality.