Vitamin D levels appear to play role in COVID-19 mortality rates

Patients with severe deficiency are twice as likely to experience major complications

Researchers analyzed patient data from 10 countries. The team found a correlation between low vitamin D levels and hyperactive immune systems. Vitamin D strengthens innate immunity and prevents overactive immune responses. The finding could explain several mysteries, including why children are unlikely to die from COVID-19.

      

         After studying global data from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19)                         pandemic, researchers have discovered a strong correlation between

       severe vitamin D deficiency and mortality rates.