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        • Benign prostatic hyperplasiaFurther research
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        • AnxietyFurther research
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        • Cognitive impairmentFurther research
        • Cognitive impairmentHow does vitamin D work?
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        • Cognitive impairmentPrevention
        • Cognitive impairmentReferences
        • Cognitive impairmentTreatment
        • Cognitive impairmentVitamin D levels
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        • DementiaFurther research
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        • DepressionExposure to sunlight
        • DepressionFurther research
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        • FibromyalgiaTreatment
        • FibromyalgiaVitamin D levels
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        • OsteoporosisFurther research
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        • Amyotropic lateral sclerosisFurther research
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        • AutismVitamin D levels
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        • Multiple sclerosis – Further research
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        • Multiple sclerosisVitamin D levels
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