Research Keyword: vitamin D supplementation

The effectiveness of interventions to reduce the transmission of acute respiratory infections in care homes: a systematic review

This systematic review examined effective ways to prevent respiratory infections like flu and COVID-19 in care homes where elderly residents live. The researchers found that antiviral medications like oseltamivir can halve the risk of influenza even in vaccinated residents if given within 7 days of detecting a case. High-dose vitamin D supplementation (100,000 IU monthly) reduced respiratory infection risk by 40%. Educational programs to improve staff hygiene practices showed mixed results, while other supplements like probiotics did not significantly help.

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Correction: Vitamin D4 in Mushrooms

This correction updates a scientific study about vitamin D4 found in mushrooms. Researchers found that UV-exposed mushrooms, especially maitake and special portabella varieties, contain significantly more vitamin D4 than other types. The correction clarifies measurement errors in the original publication and provides accurate vitamin D4 levels across different mushroom species available in grocery stores.

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