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Sociodemographic factors, health, cognitive status, sun exposure, and nutritional conditions were examined to help us understand their association with vitamin D status. Vitamin D data were gathered through laboratory testing, while demographic and health information was collected through interviews with participants in 2023. The study involved 100 participants aged 60 and above, most of whom were women (85%) rather than men (15%). The majority of participants were Arabs (90%), with a minority being Amazigh (10%). The average vitamin D level was 31.83 \u00b1 10.55 ng\/mL, varying based on participants\u2019 age, education, and gender. Sun-exposed individuals exhibited significantly higher mean vitamin D levels (33.56 \u00b1 11.99 ng\/mL) compared to those with limited sun exposure (28.97 \u00b1 9.28 ng\/mL). Moreover, the time spent outdoors, seasonal changes, and the duration of sun exposure affected the levels of vitamin D. These findings depict the vitamin D status of the elderly population of Dr\u00e2a-Tafilalet, recognized as one of Morocco\u2019s poorest regions, shedding light on the significant influencers. 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