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What Stops you from making Vitamin D from Sunlight

Thursday, March 13, 2014
However, according to new research in the American Journal of Epidemiology, on a population level, the biggest barrier of them all might be heavy use of clothing. continue reading

Brazilian organization sets new guidelines for use of vitamin D in multiple sclerosis

Thursday, March 13, 2014

Brazilian organization sets new guidelines for use of vitamin D in multiple sclerosis

The Scientific Department of Neuroimmunology of the Brazilian Academy of Neurology have released new guidelines and recommendations for neurologists caring for multiple sclerosis patients.
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‘The Doctors’ Errs on Staph Infection Claim

Thursday, March 13, 2014
A short segment on an episode of the TV program “The Doctors” which aired Wednesday, March 12 attempted to suggest that a 23-year-old woman contracted a MRSA bacterial staph infection from visiting a tanning salon in California. continue reading

Don’t expect a ban on teen tanning: SK Minister

Wednesday, March 12, 2014
"At this point we're not contemplating an outright ban on minors tanning," Health Minister Dustin Duncan said less than 24 hours after the society gave a presentation to 30 MLAs, including the minister, on the dangers of indoor tanning. NOTE: JCTA is working with the government continue reading

Proof that Vitamin D Works

Monday, March 10, 2014
40 health problems prevented or treated by Vitamin D continue reading

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