Abstract:
Vitamin D deficiency is endemic to South Asia, and is associated with varied biochemical and clinical presentations. Health care professionals of all specialties need to ensure optimal Vitamin D level of all persons, irrespective of age or gender, to prevent the many complications that are associated with vitamin D deficiency. These pragmatic recommendations aim to support health care professionals in assessing, preventing and treating vitamin D deficiency, in a rational manner.
Page(s):
1116-1118
DOI:
DOI not available
Published:
Journal: Journal of Pakistan Medical Association, Volume: 67, Issue: 7, Year: 2017