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By M. Nathaniel Mead Many studies have linked higher latitudes with greater breast cancer risk, and seasonal variations are now thought to influence cancer incidence and mortality. The pivotal mediators in these relationships are believed to be sunshine and vitamin D.… continue reading

A new study looking at the relationship between vitamin D serum levels and the risk of colon and breast cancer across the globe has estimated the number of cases of cancer that could be prevented each year if vitamin D3 levels met the target proposed by researchers.… continue reading

William B. Grant, Ph.D. Sunlight, Nutrition, and Health Research Center (SUNARC ) 2115 Van Ness Ave., Suite 101 San Francisco, CA 94109, USA 1-415-409-1980 – voice 1-415-931-6537 – fax wbgrant@infionline.net www.sunarc.org Summary: 245 words Key words: 10 Text: 6952 words Key issues: 11 with 246 words References: 178 Graphs: 1 Tables: 2 Submitted to: Expert Review of Dermatology Exposure to solar ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a double-edged sword: the benefits include vitamin D3 production and tanning, whereas the risks include diseases linked to free radical production and DNA damage.… continue reading

(KABC-TV) – We’ve all heard taking vitamins and antioxidants are good for you. But a new study done by French researchers suggest taking those supplements may actually increase the risk of skin cancer. Rachel Anderson is very concerned about skin cancer.… continue reading

Though spending time in the sun is generally considered a bad thing as far as skin cancer goes, it can help prevent breast cancer. A study shows that women who stay inside more often are at a high risk for breast cancer than those who spend time outside.… continue reading