COVID-19 infection, inception and immunity: Observations and recommendations in the light of vitamin D?

Responsive immunity plays an important role fighting against infections. Worldwide, Vitamin D deficiency is a major concern not only for musculoskeletal health but also affecting the immunity status in population. Amidst COVID-19 pandemic, it is imperative to establish the role of vitamin D in destruction of pathogens. Vitamin D awareness program at school level might be an effective health governance policy to educate populations for the importance of vitamin D in overall health. (C) 2021 The Authors. Published by Elsevier Ltd on behalf of King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences.

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Responsive immunity plays a vital role in combating infections, while Vitamin D deficiency globally affects both musculoskeletal health and immunity status. Establishing the role of vitamin D in pathogen destruction is crucial during the COVID-19 pandemic. Implementing a vitamin D awareness program at school level could be an effective health governance policy to educate populations on the importance of vitamin D in overall health.