Vitamin D

UK Man Dies from Vitamin D ‘Overdose’

Medical experts issue warning after an 89-year-old man in the UK dies from a Vitamin D ‘overdose’. The incident prompts calls for clearer labeling on supplement packaging to prevent future tragedies. The deceased had Vitamin D levels at an alarming 380, significantly exceeding the recommended level of 30. This case highlights the importance of clear and comprehensive labeling on dietary supplements.

New Sun Safety Advice for Diverse Skin Types

New sun safety advice has been developed to better reflect skin diversity, with guidelines for different skin types. The research, published in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health, aims to reduce the risk of skin cancer while enabling people to get the benefits of sun exposure. The advice, backed by major cancer groups, assigns people into three broad groups based on their skin type and provides specific recommendations for each group.