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.
Hargan was confirmed by the Senate and sworn in just last week as Deputy Secretary of HHS, the number two spot in the department. Then-acting Secretary Don Wright said in a statement that Hargan brings a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and leadership experience to HHS.