Publications by authors named "Stephanie Blockx"
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates severe vitamin D deficiency in elderly men, an issue that has mostly been studied in elderly women, focusing on those living in urban areas, whether at home or in care facilities.
- A total of 336 men aged 65 or older were recruited, with 291 included in the final analysis; results showed that 79% of institutionalized men and 57% of community-dwelling men experienced severe vitamin D deficiency.
- The study found that factors like walking distance and mobility were linked to severe vitamin D deficiency in men living in institutions, while no significant variables were associated with deficiency for those living at home, supporting the need for targeted interventions.
