09 Oct 2014 Blackmores Institute Australian vitamin d levels a significant public health issue 09 Oct 2014 Share Share on LinkedIn Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Google+ Share on Pinterest News The Australian population’s persistent low vitamin D levels are “a significant public health issue”, according to recent research published in BMC Public Health. The study also found the non-use of vitamin D supplements was significantly linked with 25(OH)D deficiency among women but not men. × To continue reading this article, please Log In or Sign Up for access.