학술논문
Evaluation of the knowledge regarding vitamin D, and sunscreen use of female adolescents in Iran
Document Type
article
Source
BMC Public Health, Vol 21, Iss 1, Pp 1-9 (2021)
Subject
Language
English
ISSN
1471-2458
Abstract
Abstract Background Vitamin D (Vit D) deficiency/insufficiency is an important risk factor for several chronic conditions. We aimed to evaluate the knowledge and behavior of female adolescents with respect to the association between sunlight exposure, sunscreen use, and Vit D status. Methods This cross-sectional survey was performed in northeastern Iran, among 940 female adolescents in January 2015. Each subject completed a questionnaire containing items about demographic characteristics, knowledge about Vit D and their use of sunscreen. Serum Vit D levels were measured using an electrochemiluminescence method and dietary intake of Vit D was assessed using a Food Frequency Questionnaire. Statistical analyses were conducted using SPSS software. A P value