People living in Ireland do not get enough vitamin D from sunlight or from their diet. Taking a Vitamin D supplement can ensure that we get enough Vitamin D which is essential for bone and muscle health.
The Department of Health recommend that everyone in Ireland to take Vitamin D supplement for at least the winter period and for some, to take a daily supplement all year round. The amount of Vitamin D supplement is dependent on age, situation and time of year, so it’s important to check with a healthcare professional on the right amount for an individual.
The Department of Health have produced new Vitamin D guidance. These new resources will go out directly from the DoH to all members of the IPU. These guidelines will provide information and advice on the recommended amount of Vitamin D supplementation for everyone.
Further information can be found on the Healthy Ireland website HI page and the HSE website.
Printed Irish language versions are available by contacting Sarah Reilly in the Health and Wellbeing Programme Health_and_Wellbeing_Programme@health.gov.ie
