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Research grant may spur increases in vitamin D testing in children
Date: 2009-09-01 00:00:00

A University of Georgia researcher of food and nutrition has been awarded a $2.2 million grant to investigate the function of vitamin D in children’s health.... Full Story

Studies may encourage vitamin D testing in pregnant women
Date: 2009-09-21 00:00:00

While the positive effects of vitamin D have long been documented, medical experts are now emphasizing the importance of the so-called "sunshine" vitamin in pregnant women and infants.... Full Story

Study: Vitamin D deficiency could lead to high blood pressure
Date: 2009-09-28 00:00:00

Women with low blood levels of vitamin D are three times as likely to have high blood pressure 15 years later, new research suggests.... Full Story

Vitamin D test may be important for the elderly
Date: 2009-09-30 00:00:00

It may be more important than ever for older people to get enough vitamin D in their systems, either from the sun or through nutritional supplements. According to a new study, their lives may depend on it.... Full Story