Vitamin D with or without calcium doesn't reduce the risk of falls or fractures in generally healthy older adults, according to a new draft recommendation from the US Preventive Services Task Force.
Mandatory Credit:	Halfpoint Images/Moment RF/Getty Images via CNN Newsource

Vitamin D with or without calcium doesn't reduce the risk of falls or fractures in generally healthy older adults, according to a new draft recommendation from the US Preventive Services Task Force.
Mandatory Credit: Halfpoint Images/Moment RF/Getty Images via CNN Newsource

Stories this photo appears in:

Tease photo

Popular vitamin won’t prevent a fall or fracture in older adults, health panel says. Here’s what can help

Vitamin D and calcium are essential for overall health, but don’t reduce the risk of falls or fractures in generally healthy older adults, according to a new draft recommendation from the US Preventive Services Task Force.