Usage of Vitamin D Supplements During Covid19 Pandemic in Baghdad City, Iraq

Abstract

Background: The aim of the current study is to determine vitamin D supplement usage among adults living in Baghdad city, Iraq during COVID19 pandemic. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 480 adults living in Baghdad city, Iraq through convince sampling. An online administered questionnaire was used to collect the data from respondents. Results: Around two-thirds of respondents used Vitamin D supplements (65%). There was a significant association between taking Vitamin D3 supplements and educational level, getting COVID19 infection with P value of (0.01, <0.001, <0.001) respectively. Conclusion: As a conclusion, two-thirds of our study respondents took Vitamin D supplements during COVID19 pandemic. More education is needed for population about the use of vitamin D in boosting immunity and preventing infections.

Keywords

• COVID19
• Vitamin D
• Supplements
• Adults
• Baghdad