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September 10, 2025British Paramedic Journal

A qualitative exploration of behaviours and lifestyle factors impacting levels of vitamin D within a UK ambulance service workforce (EVOLVED)

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EDEmma DuncanTFTheresa FosterLPLarissa Prothero

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Overview

Qualitative exploration identifies lifestyle factors affecting vitamin D levels in ambulance personnel, suggesting improvement strategies for workplace well-being.

Key Points

  • A significant 46% of ambulance staff displayed insufficient or deficient vitamin D levels, impacting health.
  • Participants reported various lifestyle factors, including diet and awareness of vitamin D, affecting vitamin levels.
  • Thematic analysis revealed five key themes related to vitamin D deficiency symptoms and workplace impact.
  • Improving awareness and responsibility for health among staff could enhance overall well-being and job performance.

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Duncan et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c1d98f54b1d3bfb60fb7f0https://doi.org/10.29045/14784726.2025.9.10.2.1
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