Asthma and vitamin D in Brazilian adolescents: Study of Cardiovascular Risks in Adolescents (ERICA).

Objective: To evaluate the association between asthma prevalence and serum levels of vitamin D in Brazilian adolescents.

Methods: This was a cross-sectional, school-based study involving adolescents between 12-17 years of age from four large Brazilian cities located at different latitudes (Fortaleza, Rio de Janeiro, Brasília, and Porto Alegre). Information on asthma diagnosis, lifestyle, and sociodemographic characteristics was collected by means of self-administered questionnaires.

Quality of life in children and teenagers with atopic dermatitis.

Background: Atopic Dermatitis is a disease which has increased during the past years despite our improved understanding of it.

Objective: To assess the impact of Atopic Dermatitis in the quality of life of children and teenagers and their family.

Method: A descriptive cross-sectional method with prospective data collection of 50 children and teenagers diagnosed with Atopic Dermatitis ranging in age from 5-16 years.