Interestingly enough, current research dealing with the COVID-19 crisis is indicating that there may be a connection between Vitamin D levels and the severity of symptoms that present in patients who contract COVID-19. In May 2020, the Irish Journal of Medicine released an observational study which associates low levels of Vitamin D with higher rates of morbidity due to decreased immune system response. Countries like England, Scotland, and Wales are currently changing public health policies to strongly urge the population to increase their intake of Vitamin D through supplemental means. 

What does this research mean for me? 

First and foremost, you need to make sure that you’re getting enough Vitamin D. While this will not prevent contraction of COVID-19, it can definitely help your immune system deal with any incoming threats. Even in European countries such as Spain and Italy that are known for their high levels of sunshine, a large portion of the population displayed low levels of Vitamin D. So it’s important that you know exactly where your natural body levels are at so that you can best address a deficiency. Check with your primary care physician regarding different lab tests which can identify any issues or give our office a call to set up a time to meet with Dr. Ellis.