Risk factors for vitamin D deficiency in Abu Dhabi Emirati population.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

There have been concerns regarding the high prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in the United Arab Emirates and the association between this prevalence and cardiovascular risk. Vitamin D deficiency is a global public health problem, with a high prevalence in the Abu Dhabi national population. This cross-sectional retrospective observational study aimed to elucidate vitamin D deficiency symptoms and contributing factors in this context.

Method and sampling

Among 12346 participants presenting for their Weqaya population comprehensive cardiovascular risk factor screening, 700 were randomly selected and telephoned, among whom 400 completed a questionnaire that elicited information on dietary intake, sun exposure, clothing, physical activity, and symptoms related to vita

SUBMITTER: Al Zarooni AAR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8846532 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature