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eMediNexus 23 December 2022
The present study characterized the prevalence and seasonal variation of vitamin D (Vit D) deficiency/insufficiency in healthy children and adolescents in Greece and explored its relationship with sunscreens.
It measured the serum level of 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25[OH]D) in 376 children and adolescents (184 males and 192 females) with a mean age of 7.6 ± 4.9 years at different time points over 13 months.
The study observed:
This study highlights the high prevalence of low serum levels of 25(OH)D and their seasonal variation in children living in a region characterized by many hours of sunshine. These data suggest that the real-life use of sunscreens during the summer months permits the absorption of sufficient sunlight to enable the production of Vit D at a level adequate to maintain normal serum levels. The health care provider should give Vit D supplements to children during the months of lower sun exposure.
Source: Feketea GM, Bocsan IC, Tsiros G, et al. Vitamin D status in children in Greece and its relationship with sunscreen application. Children (Basel). 2021;8(2):111.
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