Copper
Zinc

Zinc Deficiency

Zinc deficiency is a significant yet often overlooked contributor to global disease burden, disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations such as children, pregnant women, and individuals with chronic illnesses or malabsorptive syndromes. This activity offers a comprehensive overview of zinc deficiency, examining its underlying causes, clinical features, diagnostic challenges, and evidence-based approaches to treatment and prevention. Participants deepen their understanding of zinc’s essential roles in immune function, growth, tissue repair, and reproduction, while also exploring the consequences of deficiency and strategies to distinguish it from similar conditions. This activity is designed to enhance the competence of the interprofessional healthcare team in recognizing risk factors, guiding patients on zinc-rich dietary choices, and managing supplementation safely. Participants also learn to monitor for adverse effects, such as copper deficiency, and apply a multidisciplinary approach to improve patient outcomes in various clinical settings.

Credit & MOC Details

Credit information is provided by the course provider. We recommend confirming credit eligibility with the provider or your licensing board before starting the activity.