Vitamin D Deficiency Increases Risk of Bladder Cancer

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• Individuals with vitamin D deficiency are at greater risk of developing bladder cancer.
• Lack of vitamin D may prevent the bladder cells from stimulating an adequate response to abnormal cells.
• Higher levels of vitamin D can improve cancer survival and outcomes

People who are vitamin D deficient are at greater risk of developing bladder cancer, according to a systemic review of seven studies. The study adds to a growing body of evidence on the importance of vitamin D.

‘Vitamin D is the sunshine vitamin, which plays a key role in keeping bladder cancer at bay.’

(http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/products/databriefs/db59.htm)Source: Medindia

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