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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is the most common chronic inflammatory disease of the central nervous system and among the most com-mon causes of neurological disability in young and middle-aged adults. MS is an autoimmune disease caused by a complex interaction between genetic and environmental factors. ⋯ It is of importance that doctors are made aware of the possibility of an early diagnosis and effective treatment. In this paper we discuss new knowledge regarding the etiology, diagnosis and treatment of MS.
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Vitamin D plays a key role for children's growth and physical developement, not only by promoting bone health but also by its influence on extraskeletal systems. The Icelandic Directorate of Health recommends a vitamin D concentration in blood of at least 50 nmol/l. The object of this study was to evaluate the vitamin D status of Icelandic children and youngsters at four different ages, and furthermore to evaluate changes in vitamin D concentrations over time and connection to parathyroid hormone status (S-PTH). ⋯ The majority of Icelandic children and youngsters have vitamin D concentrations under the values recommended by The Icelandic Directorate of Health. In many cases, the concentrations are repeatedly too low. It is clear that there is a need for increased vitamin D intake within this group if the goal regarding recommended concentrations is to be achieved. However, the influence of vitamin D deficiency on public health is not fully known.
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