Assessment of Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Related to Vitamin D Deficiency among Adults in Jordan: A Cross-Sectional Analysis
4 affiliations
- 1Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Al-Bayt University, Al Mafraq, Jordan
- 2Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, Zarqa University, Zarqa, Jordan
- 3Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
- 4Department of Medical Analysis, Faculty of Allied health, Zarqa university, Zarqa, Jordan
Abstract
Objectives: Vitamin D deficiency is highly prevalent in Jordan and represents a significant public health concern. This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of the Jordanian population regarding vitamin D deficiency. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among Jordanian adults aged ≥18 years between October 2018 and January 2019. Data were collected using a structured, self-administered questionnaire. Results: Nearly all participants (99.7%) reported awareness of vitamin D. Media (53.6%) and educational institutions (45.9%) were identified as the primary sources of information. Most participants (82.6%) recognized sunlight as the main source of vitamin D, while 81.6% were aware of its role in preventing osteoporosis, and 78% believed that vitamin D deficiency causes bone and joint pain. However, knowledge of the recommended daily intake was notably low (13.9%). Although 60.4% of participants were not concerned about their vitamin D levels, attitudes toward sun exposure were generally positive. Approximately 72.3% reported enjoying sun exposure at least twice per week for ≤29 minutes, preferably during early morning hours, regardless of sunscreen use (42.8%). Positive practices included vitamin D supplementation (46.4%) and regular sun exposure (72.7%). Conclusions: Despite high awareness of vitamin D among Jordanians, gaps remain in knowledge regarding recommended intake and personal vitamin D status. Public health interventions focusing on education, supplementation, and food fortification are recommended to improve vitamin D status in Jordan.
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BibTeX
@article{uzrail2026assessment,
title = {{Assessment of Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Related to Vitamin D Deficiency among Adults in Jordan: A Cross-Sectional Analysis}},
author = {A. H. Uzrail and M. El-Assab and R. Al-kalbani and R. Al-Kofahi and A. Kadhim},
journal = {International Journal of Clinical and Medical Research},
year = {2026},
month = jun,
doi = {10.66590/ijcmr2025020105},
url = {https://doi.org/10.66590/ijcmr2025020105},
note = {CC BY},
}
RIS
TY - JOUR
TI - Assessment of Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Related to Vitamin D Deficiency among Adults in Jordan: A Cross-Sectional Analysis
AU - A. H. Uzrail
AU - M. El-Assab
AU - R. Al-kalbani
AU - R. Al-Kofahi
AU - A. Kadhim
PY - 2026
DA - 2026/06/01
JO - International Journal of Clinical and Medical Research
DO - 10.66590/ijcmr2025020105
UR - https://doi.org/10.66590/ijcmr2025020105
AB - Objectives: Vitamin D deficiency is highly prevalent in Jordan and represents a significant public health concern. This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of the Jordanian population regarding vitamin D deficiency. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among Jordanian adults aged ≥18 years between October 2018 and January 2019. Data were collected using a structured, self-administered questionnaire. Results: Nearly all participants (99.7%) reported awareness of vitamin D. Media (53.6%) and educational institutions (45.9%) were identified as the primary sources of information. Most participants (82.6%) recognized sunlight as the main source of vitamin D, while 81.6% were aware of its role in preventing osteoporosis, and 78% believed that vitamin D deficiency causes bone and joint pain. However, knowledge of the recommended daily intake was notably low (13.9%). Although 60.4% of participants were not concerned about their vitamin D levels, attitudes toward sun exposure were generally positive. Approximately 72.3% reported enjoying sun exposure at least twice per week for ≤29 minutes, preferably during early morning hours, regardless of sunscreen use (42.8%). Positive practices included vitamin D supplementation (46.4%) and regular sun exposure (72.7%). Conclusions: Despite high awareness of vitamin D among Jordanians, gaps remain in knowledge regarding recommended intake and personal vitamin D status. Public health interventions focusing on education, supplementation, and food fortification are recommended to improve vitamin D status in Jordan.
SN - 3134-8831
ER -