President Sarkissian hosted Professor John Bilezikian and his delegation

President Armen Sarkissian hosted today the Professor of Columbia University, famous physician John Bilezikian and the members of his delegation who have arrived to Armenia to participate at the international conference on osteoporosis related issues.

The guests spoke of the objectives of the conference, stressed the importance of raising public awareness regarding this issue, particularly with young people and the necessity to implement educational programs in the regions of Armenia.

President Armen Sarkissian welcomed the implementation by Professor Bilezikian of the programs in Armenia and highlighted the activities of the Osteoporosis Center which has been functioning in Armenia for the last two years.