Gray Hair May Offer Unexpected Cancer Protection, Study Finds
TL;DR
Research suggests that gray hair in mice indicates a natural process of eliminating DNA-damaged cells, which may protect against cancer, though carcinogens can hijack this system to promote cell survival and potentially lead to melanoma; similar mechanisms may exist in humans, highlighting a complex relationship between aging, hair graying, and cancer risk.
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