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June 2022 in “Frontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology” A patch made from human lung fibroblast material helps heal skin wounds effectively, including diabetic ulcers.
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Vitamin D is made by the skin, helps control various body functions, and affects skin health and immunity.
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