Table 1 Percentage of student’s response regarding general knowledge about calcium and vitamin D
Topic | Answer (n=713) | |
|---|---|---|
Yes (%) | No (%) | |
Known that calcium is an important mineral for the body | 705 (98.9) | 8 (1.1) |
Known vitamin D is essential for normal physiological function | 708 (99.3) | 5 (0.7) |
Familiar with the term “osteoporosis” | 586 (82.2) | 127 (17.8) |
Being prescribed a calcium supplement ever | 318 (44.6) | 395 (55.4) |
Being prescribed a vitamin D supplement ever | 213 (29.9) | 500 (70.1) |
Gone for a BMI test ever | 28 (3.9) | 685 (96.1) |