NSU Research Contributions

Title : Determinants of vitamin D deficiency among Bangladeshi children: A hospital based case-control study

Authors : Mohammad DH Hawlader, Sanjana Zaman, Moshiur Rahman, Mohammad NM Khan, Aazia Hossain, Gias U Ahsan

Journal Article Title: Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Public Health (EBPH)	Volume Number: 16	Publication Year : 2019	Issue Number: 4
Index: indexed	Ranking: No Ranking	ISSN (Print): 2282-0930	Publisher Name: Milano University Press
Pages : 9
ISSN (Online): 2282-0930

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Funding Source : None

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Direct Sustainable Development Goals : SDG3 Good Health & Well-being	Indirect Sustainable Development Goals : SDG2 Zero Hunger	Sustainable Development Sub Goals : End preventable deaths of newborns and children under 5 years of age Reduce premature mortality from non-communicable diseases and promote mental health and well-being Achieve universal health coverage End all forms of malnutrition
Impact statement: This hospital-based case-control study in Dhaka identifies improper lifestyles and poor nutritional habits as the primary drivers of vitamin D deficiency among Bangladeshi children. The research reveals that children who do not play outdoor games or lack sun exposure are significantly more likely to be deficient, with those playing video or mobile games facing over four times the risk. Additionally, dietary factors such as the absence of milk or sea fish and a lack of exclusive breastfeeding were confirmed as key determinants. These findings serve as an urgent call for immediate vitamin D supplementation for infants and the launch of mass awareness programs to promote healthy lifestyles and improve nutritional standards for mothers and children.	Collaboration: Partner University	Keywords: Vitamin D deficiency, children, lifestyle factors, dietary factors, Bangladesh