title: Managing vitamin D deficiency in children.
abstract: Vitamin D deficiency has been identified in many British children. This condition has many deleterious effects on their health. Taking vitamin D status into account needs to become a daily element of primary care practice, both in antenatal and postnatal situations. It is probable that a significant improvement in reducing chronic diseases in adulthood will result from a more proactive approach in children.
authors.affiliation: Consultant Paediatrician.
authors.forename: Colin
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Michie
authors.affiliation: Consultant Paediatrician, Department of Paediatrics, Ealing Hospital NHS Trust, London, UK.
authors.forename: Sathish
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Bangalore
keywords: antenatal vitamin supplement; children; lifestyle; sun exposure; vitamin D