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.
A veteran of HHS, Alex Azar built a reputation as a pragmatic and principled leader. | Evan Vucci/AP Photo Trump picks ex-pharma executive Azar to lead HHS Azar's allies describe him as a pragmatist and a no-drama manager.