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Everyman - Funding research to cross out male cancer

Everyman - Funding research to cross out male cancer

Everyman is the UK's leading male cancer campaign

Environmental Factors in Prostate Cancer

The cause of prostate cancer is unknown, however research indicates that diet and environmental factors may be involved.

The Human Biomonitoring and Carcinogen Activation team is currently investigating the capacity of the prostate gland to activate and detoxify (break down) environmental carcinogens (substances known to increase the risk of cancer) that may be involved in the development of the disease.

Read more about David Phillips' research team at The Institute of Cancer Research

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Everyman: Funding research to cross out male cancer

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