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However, vitamin D supplements have no effect on preventing falls or fractures in older adults, according to the U.S.

Share on Pinterest Scientists are investigating the link between vitamin D supplements and bone fractures in older adults. Leire Cavia/Stocksy Vitamin D supplements, with or without calcium ...

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However, a new draft recommendation from the US Preventive Services Task Force, has said that Vitamin D does not reduce the risk of falls or fractures in generally healthy older adults.

The USPSTF recommendation advises against the use of vitamin D for preventing falls and fractures in some people over 60. "Preventing older adults from falling and breaking a bone is important to ...

“It’s important to evaluate older adults for any factors, including osteoporosis, that may increase their risk of falls or fractures.” Katy Dubinsky, a New York pharmacist and founder and CEO of ...

Other ways older adults can prevent falls and fractures. If you've heard Calcium and Vitamin D will help you protect your bones, health experts say they are not enough. Skip to main content ...

Vitamin D has many health benefits, but it doesn’t reduce the risk of falling and it doesn’t prevent bone fractures in older adults. That’s the conclusion of a preliminary recommendation ...