Incidence and Treatment for Vitamin D Deficiency
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Research and select one non-peer-reviewed article related to health that you believe presents bias- Post a brief summary of the article you selected. Then, explain why you think it presents bias. Provide an example of how the bias can be reduced by using scholarly voice. Expand on your insights using the Learning Resources.
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This discussion focuses on how lack of peer reviewed discussion in many professions, including health care, can lead to ambiguous information or gaps in information, leading to confusion about how to go about addressing a specific health issue. The example of lack of guidance in sun exposure, as a means of combatting vitamin D deficiency, is provided.
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Vitamin D deficiency has become a growing health problem across the U.S. Vitamin D, a fat soluble steroid, is manufactured by the body when the skin is exposed to the sun's UV rays. Some researchers estimate that at least 50% of the population suffers from deficiency. Lack of exposure to sunlight, longer working hours, malabsorption syndromes, and other causes contribute to the deficiency. However, there is plenty of controversy surrounding acceptable levels to maintain optimal health, the amount of supplementation required for those suffering from deficiency, and the amount of sunlight exposure required to ...
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