Latest news from Endocrine Society on News en-us Copyright 2024 News 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/vitamin-d-supplements-may-lower-blood-pressure-in-older-people-with-obesity/?sc=rsin /articles/vitamin-d-supplements-may-lower-blood-pressure-in-older-people-with-obesity/?sc=rsin Tue, 12 Nov 2024 09:00:00 EST Vitamin D supplements may lower blood pressure in older people with obesity and taking more than the Institutes of Medicine's (IOM) recommended daily dose does not provide additional health benefits, according to new research published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society. Endocrine Society /articles/webinar-will-examine-concerns-around-compounding-anti-obesity-medications/?sc=rsin /articles/webinar-will-examine-concerns-around-compounding-anti-obesity-medications/?sc=rsin Fri, 08 Nov 2024 09:00:40 EST Surging demand for a new generation of highly effective anti-obesity medications is creating interest in compounded versions of these medications. Endocrine Society /articles/opioids-may-negatively-impact-hormone-health/?sc=rsin /articles/opioids-may-negatively-impact-hormone-health/?sc=rsin Thu, 24 Oct 2024 10:40:02 EST A new Scientific Statement released today by the Endocrine Society highlights research gaps associated with the negative effects of opioid use on the endocrine system. Endocrine Society /articles/study-finds-intense-exercise-may-suppress-appetite-in-healthy-humans/?sc=rsin /articles/study-finds-intense-exercise-may-suppress-appetite-in-healthy-humans/?sc=rsin Thu, 24 Oct 2024 09:00:00 EST A vigorous workout does more to suppress hunger levels in healthy adults than does moderate exercise, and females may be especially susceptible to this response, according to a small study published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society. Endocrine Society /articles/people-with-type-2-diabetes-who-eat-low-carb-may-be-able-to-discontinue-medication/?sc=rsin /articles/people-with-type-2-diabetes-who-eat-low-carb-may-be-able-to-discontinue-medication/?sc=rsin Tue, 22 Oct 2024 09:00:00 EST Adults with type 2 diabetes on a low-carbohydrate diet may see benefits to their beta-cell function allowing them to better manage their disease and possibly discontinue medication, according to new research published in the Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. Endocrine Society /articles/scientific-conference-series-aims-to-improve-outcomes-for-diabetes-cancer-and-cardiovascular-disease/?sc=rsin /articles/scientific-conference-series-aims-to-improve-outcomes-for-diabetes-cancer-and-cardiovascular-disease/?sc=rsin Thu, 17 Oct 2024 09:00:32 EST The Endocrine Society, a global organization that promotes endocrinology research and clinical practice, and Keystone Symposia, a nonprofit host of conferences and symposia on a range of life science and biomedical topics, will jointly host a series of three conferences to advance endocrine research. Endocrine Society /articles/inaugural-summit-to-explore-artificial-intelligence/?sc=rsin /articles/inaugural-summit-to-explore-artificial-intelligence/?sc=rsin Wed, 02 Oct 2024 13:05:49 EST A new virtual conference will explore how artificial intelligence (AI) can help health care providers and scientists efficiently analyze vast amounts of data and make more informed decisions, the Endocrine Society announced today. Endocrine Society /articles/pregnant-women-who-sleep-less-than-7-hours-a-night-may-have-children-with-developmental-delays/?sc=rsin /articles/pregnant-women-who-sleep-less-than-7-hours-a-night-may-have-children-with-developmental-delays/?sc=rsin Thu, 26 Sep 2024 09:00:00 EST Pregnant women who do not get enough sleep may be at higher risk of having children with neurodevelopmental delays, according to new research published in the Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. Endocrine Society /articles/moderate-coffee-and-caffeine-consumption-is-associated-with-lower-risk-of-developing-multiple-cardiometabolic-diseases-new-study-finds/?sc=rsin /articles/moderate-coffee-and-caffeine-consumption-is-associated-with-lower-risk-of-developing-multiple-cardiometabolic-diseases-new-study-finds/?sc=rsin Tue, 17 Sep 2024 09:00:00 EST Consuming moderate amounts of coffee and caffeine regularly may offer a protective effect against developing multiple cardiometabolic diseases, including type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease and stroke, according to new research published in the Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. Endocrine Society /articles/girls-may-start-puberty-early-due-to-chemical-exposure/?sc=rsin /articles/girls-may-start-puberty-early-due-to-chemical-exposure/?sc=rsin Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:00:00 EST Girls exposed to certain endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) may be more likely to start puberty early, according to new research published in Endocrinology, the flagship basic science journal of the Endocrine Society. EDCs mimic, block or interfere with hormones in the body's endocrine system. Endocrine Society /articles/pregnant-women-exposed-to-pfas-may-be-at-risk-for-obesity-heart-disease-later-in-life/?sc=rsin /articles/pregnant-women-exposed-to-pfas-may-be-at-risk-for-obesity-heart-disease-later-in-life/?sc=rsin Thu, 05 Sep 2024 09:00:00 EST Women with higher levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) during pregnancy may experience long-term weight gain and heart problems later in life, according to new research published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. Endocrine Society /articles/endocrine-society-honors-endocrinology-field-s-leaders-with-2025-laureate-awards/?sc=rsin /articles/endocrine-society-honors-endocrinology-field-s-leaders-with-2025-laureate-awards/?sc=rsin Wed, 21 Aug 2024 09:00:10 EST The Endocrine Society today announced it has chosen 14 leading endocrinologists as winners of its prestigious 2025 Laureate Awards, the top honors in the field. Endocrine Society /articles/eating-disorder-risks-elevated-among-women-with-pcos/?sc=rsin /articles/eating-disorder-risks-elevated-among-women-with-pcos/?sc=rsin Thu, 08 Aug 2024 09:00:00 EST Women with the common reproductive and metabolic condition polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) face a greater risk of developing bulimia, binge eating disorder and disordered eating, according to new research published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. Endocrine Society /articles/endocrine-society-merges-with-program-director-organization-apdem/?sc=rsin /articles/endocrine-society-merges-with-program-director-organization-apdem/?sc=rsin Tue, 30 Jul 2024 09:30:13 EST The Endocrine Society, the world's oldest and largest organization of scientists devoted to hormone research and physicians who care for people with hormone-related conditions, announced it is merging with the Association of Program Directors in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism (APDEM). Endocrine Society /articles/endocrine-society-representative-to-speak-at-rep-delauro-s-hill-event/?sc=rsin /articles/endocrine-society-representative-to-speak-at-rep-delauro-s-hill-event/?sc=rsin Mon, 22 Jul 2024 12:05:43 EST The Endocrine Society's Chief Policy Officer will be among the speakers at House Appropriations Committee Ranking Member Rosa DeLauro's (CT-03) press conference to highlight the dangers of 2025 federal government funding proposals that would cut funding for biomedical research and public health. Endocrine Society /articles/endocrine-society-urges-passage-of-the-right-to-ivf-act/?sc=rsin /articles/endocrine-society-urges-passage-of-the-right-to-ivf-act/?sc=rsin Tue, 11 Jun 2024 09:00:24 EST The Endocrine Society endorses the Right to IVF Act, which was introduced by Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ), Patty Murray (D-WA) and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) to protect and expand nationwide access to fertility treatment, including in vitro fertilization (IVF), and urges the Senate to pass the Right to IVF Act on June 12th to ensure that the freedom to start and grow a family is protected and accessible to everyone in the United States. Endocrine Society /articles/early-menopause-linked-to-greater-risk-for-breast-and-possibly-ovarian-cancer/?sc=rsin /articles/early-menopause-linked-to-greater-risk-for-breast-and-possibly-ovarian-cancer/?sc=rsin Mon, 03 Jun 2024 13:45:00 EST Some women who experience menopause early--before age 40--have an increased risk for developing breast and ovarian cancer, according to research being presented Monday at ENDO 2024, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Boston, Mass. Endocrine Society /articles/low-socioeconomic-status-raises-pregnant-women-s-risk-of-exposure-to-thyroid-disrupting-chemicals/?sc=rsin /articles/low-socioeconomic-status-raises-pregnant-women-s-risk-of-exposure-to-thyroid-disrupting-chemicals/?sc=rsin Mon, 03 Jun 2024 13:45:00 EST Exposure to some endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) that harm the thyroid gland has increased over the past 20 years among U.S. women of childbearing age and pregnant women, especially among those with lower social and economic status, a new study finds. The results will be presented Monday at ENDO 2024, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Boston, Mass. Endocrine Society /articles/type-of-weight-loss-surgery-women-undergo-before-pregnancy-may-influence-children-s-weight-gain/?sc=rsin /articles/type-of-weight-loss-surgery-women-undergo-before-pregnancy-may-influence-children-s-weight-gain/?sc=rsin Mon, 03 Jun 2024 13:45:00 EST The type of weight loss surgery women undergo before becoming pregnant may affect how much weight their children gain in the first three years of life, suggests a study being presented Monday at ENDO 2024, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Boston, Mass. Endocrine Society /articles/meditating-with-headband-that-tracks-brain-activity-may-improve-surgical-recovery-in-patients-with-cushing-s/?sc=rsin /articles/meditating-with-headband-that-tracks-brain-activity-may-improve-surgical-recovery-in-patients-with-cushing-s/?sc=rsin Mon, 03 Jun 2024 13:45:00 EST Patients with Cushing's syndrome who are recovering from surgery and wear a headband that tracks brain activity while they meditate may have less pain and better physical functioning compared with patients not using the device, suggests a study being presented Monday at ENDO 2024, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Boston, Mass. Endocrine Society