Vitamin C can limit the formation of carcinogens, such as nitrosamines [2,28], in vivo; modulate immune response [2,4]; and, through its antioxidant function, possibly attenuate oxidative damage that can lead to cancer [1].
Who is Alex Azar? Former drugmaker CEO and HHS official nominated to head agency. Alex Azar, who headed drugmaker Eli Lilly, was nominated Monday to be secretary of Health and Human Services. Azar had served as general counsel for HHS.
Christine Griffin was hired as the new Assistant EOHHS Secretary for Disability Policy. and Programs and, in that capacity, became chair of the Council. In 2012 the Council. was able to fill a three year vacancy that was required to be filled by a MassHealth PCA.