A Genetic Predisposition to Vitamin D Deficiency Contributes to Severe COVID-19
Ana Teresa Freitas discussed how individual variation in vitamin D synthesis and metabolism influences susceptibility to upper respiratory viruses. (Source: The Scientist)
Source: The Scientist - June 1, 2023 Category: Science Tags: Scientist to Watch Magazine Issue Source Type: news
Major Increase in Vitamin D Deficiency in Kids Due to COVID Lockdowns? Major Increase in Vitamin D Deficiency in Kids Due to COVID Lockdowns?
During the pandemic, the prevalence of vitamin D deficiency topped 80% in pediatric patients with major depression or other mental disorders.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Psychiatry Headlines)
Source: Medscape Psychiatry Headlines - May 23, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Tags: Psychiatry News Source Type: news
Vitamin deficiency linked to raised risk of long Covid in new study - how to avoid
A study of 100 patients found those who reported symptoms of long Covid six months after being discharged from hospital had lower levels of vitamin D. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - May 16, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Reduced cancer mortality with daily vitamin D intake
Vitamin D intake could reduce cancer mortality in the population by twelve percent - provided the vitamin is taken daily. This was the result of an evaluation of 14 studies of the highest quality conducted at the German Cancer Research Center with a total of almost 105,000 participants.
Vitamin D deficiency is widespread worldwide and is particularly common among cancer patients. (Source: World Pharma News)
Source: World Pharma News - May 9, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Tags: Featured Events Source Type: news
Why Being Deficient in Vitamin D Could Ruin Your Body
Almost half of all Americans are deficient in vitamin D. This shocking statistic was put to health experts who spoke to Newsweek about the importance of vitamin D and how not having enough of it in our bodies can affect our health and future well-being. Experts have linked low levels of vitamin D…#bridgittemallinson #vitamind #cdc #mallinson #gutpersonal #vitamin #dungtrinh #healthybrainclinic #longbeach #internationalunitsiu (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - April 25, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Five 'early' signs of vitamin D deficiency - expert's easy tips on replenishing levels
Around one billion people worldwide are believed to be deficient in vitamin D, a statistic that has been described by the World Health Organisation as a "global public health crisis". (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - March 10, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Expert recommends best type of vitamin D - ‘more nutritional’, as 25% of Britons deficient
Many of us are "well and truly depleted" when it comes to our vitamin D levels by the start of spring, a nutritionist said. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - March 8, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
The Case Against Universal Vitamin D Supplementation in Older Adults
Vitamin D is frequently seen as part of the medication list of older adults, particularly those in long-term care (LTC). The LTC population is more at risk of vitamin D deficiency due to factors such as little or no sunlight exposure, malabsorption, frailty, and other comorbidities. Our clinical experience has been that vitamin D supplementation is ordered either because levels were found to be low or simply as a vague expectation that it can ’t hurt or that it’s a “best practice.” But is there evidence that truly supports its universal use? (Source: Caring for the Ages)
Source: Caring for the Ages - March 1, 2023 Category: Health Management Authors: Daniel Haimowitz, Carmen Witsken, Emily Cofsky, Brittany Henault, Emily Hajjar Source Type: news
Three signs a vitamin D deficiency has gone on too long - can lead to 'severe disability'
Are you consistently taking vitamin D supplements throughout winter? If not, three health issues could arise. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - February 22, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
The Opioid Addiction Crisis & U.S. National Security
Methadone Maintenance Therapy is offered in Thailand to reduce harm for people dependent on injected opioids, like heroin. Credit: World Bank/Trinn Suwannapha
Opioids are a class of drugs that includes the illegal drug heroin as well as power pain relievers available by prescription, such as oxycodone (Oxycontin), hydrocodone (Vicodin), codeine, morphine, fentanyl, methadone, and many others.By Geetika Chandwani and Purnaka L. de SilvaNEW YORK, Feb 10 2023 (IPS) The opioid addiction crisis in the United States is an acute public health emergency and a profound threat to national security – which is caused by the...
Source: IPS Inter Press Service - Health - February 10, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Geetika Chandwani and Purnaka de Silva Tags: Crime & Justice Development & Aid Economy & Trade Featured Global Headlines Health Human Rights TerraViva United Nations IPS UN Bureau Source Type: news
Vitamin D Deficiency Can Lead to Major Muscle Loss Vitamin D Deficiency Can Lead to Major Muscle Loss
Vitamin D plays a major role in the regulation of calcium and phosphorus absorption. A deficiency increases the risk of muscle loss by 78%.Quick Take (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)
Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines - February 9, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Diabetes & Endocrinology News Source Type: news
Cochrane review finds that vitamin D does not reduce risk of asthma attacks
Taking vitamin D supplements does not reduce the risk of asthma attacks in children or adults, according to an updated Cochrane review.These findings are in contrast to a previous Cochrane review that indicated a reduction in asthma attacks in people taking vitamin D. However, the review found no harm in taking vitamin D and it did not examineother possible health benefits.The review was carried out byresearchers from Queen Mary University of London and the University of Edinburgh. Researcher Adrian Martineau, Clinical Professor of Respiratory Infection and Immunity at Queen Mary University of London, said: “Vitamin D de...
Source: Cochrane News and Events - January 31, 2023 Category: Information Technology Authors: Muriah Umoquit Source Type: news
EpiVida -- A Study of Vitamin D Status in Adults in Brazil EpiVida -- A Study of Vitamin D Status in Adults in Brazil
An epidemiological analysis of vitamin D status among individuals in Brazil provides insight into the prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in this group.Journal of the Endocrine Society (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - January 31, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Diabetes & Endocrinology Journal Article Source Type: news
Vitamin D could 'considerably' lower your risk of cancer - do you get enough?
Experts often agree that supplements aren't necessary unless you're deficient but one product seems to be an exception. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - January 10, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Severe vitamin D deficiency in patients admitted to the emergency department with severe sepsis is associated with an increased 90-day mortality
Background The role of vitamin D in the response to infection has been increasingly acknowledged. However, the influence of severe vitamin D deficiency on the outcome of patients admitted for severe sepsis is unknown. Hence, this study aimed to investigate the association between severe vitamin D deficiency and sepsis-related outcomes in patients presenting to the ED. Methods This single centre prospective study included patients presenting to the ED with severe sepsis from April 2014 until December 2017. 25-Hydroxy vitamin D (25(OH)D) was measured in a blood sample drawn within 24 hours of admission to the ED, and severe ...
Source: Current Awareness Service for Health (CASH) - January 4, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
