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13.8% of older adults are deficient in vitamin B12 on admission to long-term care homes in Canada. These levels fall to 7% around one year after admission
8 February 2016
Older people are at increased risk of vitamin B12 deficiency because of an age-related decrease in absorptive ability. Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause a range of blood and nervous system abnormalities. A new multi-center study from Canada reveals the extent of vitamin B12 deficiency both on admission to long-term care homes and after one year of residence.