Polymorphisms in genes encoding proteins involved in vitamin D metabolism and transport
are recognised to influence vitamin D status. Syntheses of genetic association studies …

Abstract Purpose of Review The purpose of this review is to examine prostate cancer racial
disparities specific to the African-American population. Recent Findings African-American …

Men of African origin are disproportionately affected by prostate cancer: prostate cancer
incidence is highest among men of African origin in the USA, prostate cancer mortality is …

Increasing scientific evidence supports the link between vitamin D and cancer risk. The
active metabolite 1, 25 (OH) 2D exerts its activity by binding to the vitamin D receptor (VDR) …

Background: Vitamin D mediates its action via vitamin D receptor (VDR) and is involved in a
wide variety of biological processes including regulation of cell proliferation and …

Purpose Vitamin D has been known to be involved in mineral and bone homeostasis for
many years. In the past its main use was in treating osteoporosis and rickets. In recent years …

Prostate cancer (PCa) is the second most frequently diagnosed malignancy and the second
leading cause of death in men worldwide, after adjusting for age. According to the …

Background Although racial disparities in prostate cancer survival are well documented, the
relative importance of contributing factors remains unclear. Few studies have examined the …

Abstract Background Vitamin D receptor (VDR) is involved in multiple immune-mediated
disorders including oral lichen planus (OLP). This study investigated the association …

Abstract Purpose Prostate Cancer (PCa) is one of the most common cancers in men and its
early detection can provide a high chance of cure. The detection of Vitamin D Receptor …