Vitamin D protects cells from stress that can lead to cancer

Courtesy EurekAlert! - Cancer  Mon, 05/12/2008 - 23:00

(University of Rochester Medical Center) By inducing a specific gene to increase expression of a key enzyme, vitamin D protects healthy prostate cells from the damage and injuries that can lead to cancer, University of Rochester Medical Center researchers report.


 

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