In the News
News media hype of sunscreen studies leaves readers burned by speculative evidence
Thursday, April 28, 2016
The news coverage that discusses the ability of sunscreen to reduce melanoma incidence was based on a study done in mice who had a chemical, 4-hydroxytamoxifen (4OHT) applied to their skin for 26 weeks. continue reading
Sun is good for you – you may live longer, study finds
Wednesday, April 27, 2016
Vitamin D Society urges re-examination of sun safety guidelines continue reading
Vitamin D and Cancer
Wednesday, April 20, 2016
Dr. Heaney, one of the study’s authors, noted the importance of sunlight in vitamin D absorption. While ancestors spent a lot of time outdoors in direct sunlight, today more time is spent indoors and behind computer screens. continue reading
Is Sunlight controlling Cholesterol and Vitamin D
Wednesday, April 20, 2016
UNSW scientists have identified a molecular switch in the body that regulates production of two substances vital to human health – cholesterol and vitamin D. continue reading
Healthy vitamin D levels associated with significant decrease in cancer risk among women
Tuesday, April 19, 2016
A recent pooled analysis of a randomized trial and prospective cohort study determined that women with vitamin D levels of at least 40 ng/ml (JCTA Note =100nmol/L) were associated with > 65% reduced risk of developing cancer. continue reading
