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Is a vitamin A deficiency rare in the United States and more common in developing countries?

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According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), less than 1% of the U.S. population has a vitamin A deficiency. This statistic stands in stark contrast to the millions affected in developing countries, revealing a significant global health disparity that explains why a vitamin A deficiency is rare in the United States and more common in developing countries.