scholarly journals Prevalence of Vitamin D deficiency and associated factors in Mexican patients with allergic rhinitis and asthma

2020 ◽  
Vol 83 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
César I. Urquiza-Ramírez ◽  
Juan C. Fernandez de Cordova-Aguirre ◽  
Andrea A. Velasco-Medina ◽  
Guillermo Velazquez-Samano
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Allergic Rhinitis ◽  
Vitamin D Deficiency ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Mexican Patients

scholarly journals Vitamin D deficiency and associated factors in adolescent girls in Beijing

2001 ◽  
Vol 74 (4) ◽  
pp. 494-500 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xueqin Du ◽  
Heather Greenfield ◽  
David R Fraser ◽  
Keyou Ge ◽  
Angelika Trube ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Vitamin D Deficiency ◽  
Adolescent Girls ◽  
Associated Factors

scholarly journals Vitamin D Deficiency and Its Determinants in Adults: A Sample from Community-Based Settings in the United Arab Emirates

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wegdan Bani-issa ◽  
Kamal Eldeirawi ◽  
Sondos Harfil ◽  
Randa Fakhry
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Vitamin D ◽  
Vitamin D Deficiency ◽  
United Arab Emirates ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Diabetes Type 2 ◽  
Health Concern ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Healthcare Settings

Background.Vitamin D deficiency (VDD) is a public health concern in adults worldwide. This study aims to explore the extent of VDD and its associated factors among adults in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).Subjects and Methods.Quantitative, cross-sectional research was used to assess VDD and its associated factors in 216 adults recruited from randomly selected community-based healthcare settings over a six-month period. Recent values of vitamin D and glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) were abstracted from medical records, followed by interviews with participants to obtain information on factors related to VDD and other covariates and to measure their heights and weights.Results.A total of 74% of participants demonstrated VDD (vitamin D serumlevel≤30 nmol/L). Emirati participants had higher odds of having VDD compared to non-Emiratis (OR: 2.95; 95% CI: 1.58–5.52), with also significantly increased odds of the condition appearing in older, less educated, and employed adults. Diabetes type 2 (HbA1c≥6.5%), depression, and obesity were significantly associated with an increased likelihood of VDD after accounting for other covariates.Conclusion.VDD is a significant problem for UAE adults and requires attention by public health policy makers. Diabetes, obesity, and depression need to be considered when screening for vitamin D.

Prevalence of Vitamin D Deficiency and Insufficiency in Korean Children and Adolescents and Associated Factors

2016 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 70 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Lee ◽  
Se Hwi Kim ◽  
Chung Mo Nam ◽  
Young-Jin Kim ◽  
Soo-Ho Joo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Children And Adolescents ◽  
Vitamin D Deficiency ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Korean Children

scholarly journals Vitamin D Deficiency and Associated Factors in Adult Females of Chattogram

2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 74-78
Author(s):  
Shaheda Ahmed ◽  
Mohammed Jalal Uddin ◽  
Nayeema Tasnim
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Vitamin D Deficiency ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Sun Exposure ◽  
P Value ◽  
Large Sample Size ◽  
Uvb Radiation ◽  
Female Population ◽  
Adult Females ◽  
Vitamin D Levels

Background : Vitamin D is an essential nutrient and deficiency of it leads to devastating disorders. This study aimed to find out the associated factors with selected variables of low vitamin D among adult females of Chattogram. Materials and methods : Cross-sectional observational study was conducted from September 2019 to February 2020 at a diagnostic complex of Chattogram. Participants were adult females of Chattogram. All participants gave oral informed consent and answered a questionnaire that included 16 questions covering demographic information, monthly income, educational status, occupation, body weight, duration of sun exposure, dress pattern (Using hijab or burkha, regular dress-up) drug and disease history. Blood samples were collected by cautious aseptic procedure. Serum vitamin D levels were measured by using immunoassay method. Adult females of Chattogram with no religious restrictions, n= 150,aged 31 to 70 years. Results: Overall, 88% had low vitamin D levels with deficient 60.66% and insufficient 27.34%. Sufficient level of vitamin D was found only among 12%. The prevalence of vitamin D deficiency was much higher in females with house-wife status 73.33% (p value of 0.0001) wearing hijab 46.66% (p value of 0.001). It could be due to interference with UVB radiation into skin, short duration of sun exposure, use of sunblock cream or less supplementary intake. Conclusion : Vitamin D deficiency is an emerging but neglected health issue in modern time, particularly more vulnerable are female population. Ironically, abundant sunlight of Bangladesh seems failed to protect the self-imposed concrete prisoner, classically known as home-makers, and practitioner of indoor life style that leads to avoidance of sun light. However, large sample size is mandatory to boost-up the findings of current study. Chatt Maa Shi Hosp Med Coll J; Vol.20 (2); July 2021; Page 74-78

scholarly journals Prevalence of vitamin D deficiency and its associated factors among rheumatoid arthritis patients managed in a rheumatology unit of a tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (Suppl 3) ◽  
pp. 30-30 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sethuge Sanjeeva Chaminda Silva ◽  
Gunendrika Kathurirathne ◽  
Buddhika Mahesh ◽  
Janalini Sashikaran ◽  
Kumari Jayasiri
Keyword(s):  
Rheumatoid Arthritis ◽  
Vitamin D ◽  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Vitamin D Deficiency ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Tertiary Care Hospital ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Care Hospital ◽  
Rheumatology Unit

scholarly journals Vitamin D deficiency and associated factors in Jordan

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
pp. 205031211987615
Author(s):  
Mohammed El-Khateeb ◽  
Yousef Khader ◽  
Anwer Batieha ◽  
Hashem Jaddou ◽  
Dana Hyassat ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Vitamin D Deficiency ◽  
Representative Sample ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Vitamin D Status ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Low Level ◽  
Health Authorities ◽  
Low Levels ◽  
National Representative Sample

Background: In Jordan, many studies reported various rates of vitamin D deficiency and insufficiency among different groups. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of low vitamin D level among Jordanian adults and determine its association with selected variables. Methods: The vitamin D level was assessed in a national representative sample of 4056 subjects aged >17 years. The study involved face-to-face interviews with the subjects and measurement of serum 25(OH)D. Low vitamin D level was defined as 25(OH)D < 30 ng/mL. Deficiency was defined as 25(OH)D < 20 ng/mL, and insufficiency was defined as 25(OH)D level of 20–30 ng/mL. Results: The overall prevalence of low vitamin D status (25(OH)D < 30 ng/mL) was 89.7%, with higher prevalence in males (92.4%) than in females (88.6%). Vitamin D was sufficient in 7.6% of males, insufficient in 38.4% of males, and deficient in 54% of males. Among females, vitamin D was insufficient in 10.1% and deficient in 78.5%. The prevalence of vitamin D deficiency was much higher in females than in males ( p = 0.001). The only variables that were significantly associated with low level of vitamin D were gender, age, obesity, and employment. Conclusion: The prevalence of low vitamin D level is extremely high in Jordan. Age, gender, obesity, and unemployment were associated with low levels of vitamin D. Health authorities in Jordan need to increase the level of awareness about vitamin D deficiency and its prevention, particularly among women.

scholarly journals Prevalence of vitamin D deficiency and its associated factors among rheumatoid arthritis patients managed in a rheumatology unit of a tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (Suppl 3) ◽  
pp. s30-s30
Author(s):  
Sethuge Sanjeeva Chaminda Silva ◽  
Gunendrika Kathurirathne ◽  
Buddhika Mahesh ◽  
Janalini Sashikaran ◽  
Kumari Jayasiri
Keyword(s):  
Rheumatoid Arthritis ◽  
Vitamin D ◽  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Vitamin D Deficiency ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Tertiary Care Hospital ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Care Hospital ◽  
Rheumatology Unit

scholarly journals Vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy and its associated factors among third trimester Malaysian pregnant women

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fui Chee Woon ◽  
Yit Siew Chin ◽  
Intan Hakimah Ismail ◽  
Marijka Batterham ◽  
Amir Hamzah Abdul Latiff ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Vitamin D Deficiency ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Sun Exposure ◽  
Food Sources ◽  
Third Trimester ◽  
Supplement Use ◽  
Vitamin D Intake ◽  
Vitamin D Levels

AbstractBackgroundDespite perennial sunshine, vitamin D deficiency is prevalent among Malaysian especially pregnant women.ObjectiveTo determine the vitamin D status and its associated factors among third trimester pregnant women attending government health clinics in Selangor and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.MethodsInformation on socio-demographic characteristics, obstetrical history, vitamin D intake, supplement use, and sun exposure were obtained through face-to-face interviews. Serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D concentration was measured and classified as deficient (< 30 nmol/L), insufficient (30-50 nmol/L), and sufficient (≥ 50 nmol/L).ResultsOf the 535 pregnant women recruited, 42.6% were vitamin D deficient. They consumed an average of 8.7 ± 6.7 μg of vitamin D daily. A total of 80.4% of the vitamin D were obtained from the food sources, while 19.6% were from dietary supplements. Fish and fish products showed the highest contribution to vitamin D intake (35.8%). The multivariate generalized linear mixed models, with clinic as a random effect, indicates that higher intake of vitamin D is associated with lower risk of vitamin D deficiency among pregnant women (OR = 0.96; 95% CI = 0.93-0.99). Non-Malay pregnant women had lower odds of having vitamin D deficiency (OR = 0.13; 95% CI = 0.04-0.37) compared to Malays. No associations were found between age, educational level, monthly household income, work status, gravidity, parity, pre-pregnancy body mass index, total hours of sun exposure, total percentage of body surface area, and sun exposure index per day with vitamin D deficiency.ConclusionsVitamin D deficiency is prevalent among Malaysian pregnant women. Considering the possible adverse obstetric and fetal outcomes of vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy, antenatal screening of vitamin D levels and nutrition education should be emphasised by taking into consideration ethnic differences.

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