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Low vitamin D levels appear to be associated with an increased risk of Alzheimer's Disease. The primary comparison of this meta-analysis study found a higher Alzheimer's Dementia rate for those with vitamin D levels < 50 nmol/L compared to those with levels > 50 nmol/L. Neurology September 25, 2012 vol. 79 no. 13 1397-1405    (retrieved Sep, 2012). There are currently 1090 pearls in the database. While every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, mistakes can and do occur. Use databank at your own risk. All pearls © 2024 by the Internet Medical Association. Click Here to view more medical pearls.