J Am Geriatr Soc July 1995 PMID 7602040

Vitamin D deficiency in older people.

F M Gloth, J D Tobin

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The discussion uses direct language, with one post challenging the focus of the publication and another citing studies in sunny locations to question assumptions about deficiency, reflecting moderate engagement and a balanced interest in the research's implications.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The first poster dismisses the article, while the second points to research findings, resulting in a neutral overall stance.

InterestModerate interest

The discussions show some curiosity about the research and broader issues around vitamin D deficiency in seniors.

EngagementModerate engagement

Both posts reference studies and suggest a desire to address the topic, indicating moderate engagement.

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The conversation highlights awareness rather than immediate call-to-action, leading to a neutral impact score.

Abstract in brief

  • Older adults with risk factors and age-related changes often have inadequate vitamin D stores, which can lead to bone weakness, pain, and functional decline.
  • Supplementation is generally unnecessary for healthy, ambulatory seniors but is recommended for homebound individuals at risk of deficiency, typically around 800 IU daily or through less frequent high doses every few months.
  • Routine screening in healthy seniors may not be essential, but careful management of supplementation, especially in those with limited sunlight exposure and health conditions affecting vitamin D metabolism, is important to prevent deficiency and toxicity.

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Statistics in BC
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@NIAgeing Nice try. No it’s not. Why not focus on addressing the high rate of vitamin D deficiency in older people?

Dec 11, 2023 · 6 likes · 3,215 followers View post →
Brian Scott Edwards
@brianedwardsmd · X

@MatthewJDalby There have been 2 good studies done in Miami and Hawaii showing vitamin D deficiency in older people despite sunshine.

Jan 14, 2021 · 1,889 followers View post →

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Statistics in BC
@StatisticsBC · X

@NIAgeing Nice try. No it’s not. Why not focus on addressing the high rate of vitamin D deficiency in older people?

Dec 11, 2023 · 6 likes · 3,215 followers View post →
Brian Scott Edwards
@brianedwardsmd · X

@MatthewJDalby There have been 2 good studies done in Miami and Hawaii showing vitamin D deficiency in older people despite sunshine.

Jan 14, 2021 · 1,889 followers View post →
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