Vitamin D Levels and Vitamin D Education in Geriatric Patients
Sponsored by University of Colorado, Denver
About this trial
Last updated 13 years ago
Study ID
05-0799
Status
Completed
Type
Interventional
Phase
N/A
Placebo
No
Accepting
65 to 89 Years
All Sexes
Trial Timing
Ended 20 years ago
What is this trial about?
Vitamin D is important to maintain good health. Although it is found in foods and vitamins, many people still have low vitamin D levels. One purpose of this study is to describe vitamin D levels from patients at the University of Colorado Seniors Clinic. Another goal of the study is to find out if education by a pharmacist can increase vitamin D levels in patients who have low vitamin D levels.
What are the participation requirements?
Inclusion Criteria
* Patient at the University of Colorado Hospital Seniors Clinic with an appointment in December 2005 or January 2006
* Age 65-89 years
Exclusion Criteria
* History of dementia or memory loss
* Severe illness or life expectancy less than 6 months
* Assistance with medications from an assisted living facility
* History of celiac Sprue, Crohn's disease, or chronic pancreatitis
* High calcium levels, high parathyroid hormone levels, low phosphorus levels, or very high vitamin D levels
* Taking prescription vitamin D