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7-Jun-2022 3:05 PM EDT
Chemicals in Personal Care Products Cause Harmful Effects in Breast Cancer Cells From Black Women
Endocrine Society

Chemicals called parabens, which are found in widely used hair and personal care products, cause harmful effects in breast cancer cells from Black women, according to a new study being presented Sunday at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

7-Jun-2022 3:05 PM EDT
Endocrine-Disrupting Chemical Exposure in Womb Impact Fear, Anxiety Behavior in Rats
Endocrine Society

Prenatal exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals found in everyday products may interfere with the developing offspring’s brain, according to a rat study being presented Monday at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

7-Jun-2022 1:05 PM EDT
AI Can Be Used to Identify Benign Thyroid Nodules and Reduce Unnecessary Biopsies
Endocrine Society

Artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to identify thyroid nodules seen on thyroid ultrasound that are very unlikely to be cancerous, reducing a large number of unnecessary biopsies, according to a new study being presented Saturday at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

7-Jun-2022 1:05 PM EDT
Bias May Play a Role in Underdiagnoses of Prediabetes
Endocrine Society

The accurate diagnosis of prediabetes in the primary care setting might depend on a patient’s age, BMI, gender, race and certain comorbidities, according to research being presented at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

7-Jun-2022 11:05 AM EDT
Drinking Coffee Does Not Hinder the Absorption of Liquid Thyroid Medication
Endocrine Society

A new study conducted by Vertice Pharma confirms the absorption of an oral levothyroxine sodium solution (Thyquidity® 100g/ 5mL) was not affected by consuming coffee 5 minutes after the dose, according to research being presented Saturday at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

7-Jun-2022 10:05 AM EDT
Probiotic Bacteria May Enhance Tamoxifen Effectiveness in Treatment of ER+ Breast Cancer
Endocrine Society

Probiotic bacteria may enhance anti-cancer activities of the breast cancer drug tamoxifen and other endocrine-targeted therapies, which could help reduce the risk of estrogen receptive positive (ER+) breast cancer, suggests a new study presented Monday at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

7-Jun-2022 10:05 AM EDT
Teens ate less ultra-processed food consumption during pandemic, reversing trend of three decades
Endocrine Society

For the first time in the last 30 years, the consumption of ultra-processed foods among teenagers in the United States declined during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new study presented at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

7-Jun-2022 10:05 AM EDT
COVID-19 vaccination appears to be safe for patients treated for hypothyroidism
Endocrine Society

Inactivated and mRNA COVID-19 vaccines appear to be safe for patients treated for hypothyroidism, according to a new study being presented at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga. The study found these vaccines do not cause significant fluctuations in thyroid function and are not associated with increased risks of emergency department visits or unscheduled hospitalizations.

7-Jun-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Maintaining Normal Weight Early in Life May Help Prevent Male Infertility
Endocrine Society

New research suggests that more careful control of body weight in childhood and adolescence could help prevent male infertility later in life. The researchers will present their findings on Saturday, June 11 at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

7-Jun-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Moderation May Disrupt Addictive Nature of Wireless Mobile Devices and Adverse Health Outcomes
Endocrine Society

Encouraging moderation, balance and real-life engagement coupled with education may combat the overuse of wireless mobile devices and subsequent adverse health outcomes, according to research being presented Sunday at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

7-Jun-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Addressing Stress and Postpartum Symptoms Early May Reduce Risk for Type 2 Diabetes in Women with Gestational Diabetes
Endocrine Society

Addressing stress early on in postpartum women who recently experienced gestational diabetes might help curb an increased risk for type 2 diabetes, according to research being presented Sunday, June 12 at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

7-Jun-2022 9:00 AM EDT
East Coast Is Home to Greatest Hot Spots for Diabetes Complications
Endocrine Society

The East Coast of the United States, especially Florida, and Texas have some of the greatest hot spots for long-term diabetes complications, according to research being presented Sunday, June 12 at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

7-Jun-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Study Links Diabetes and Worse Outcomes in Long-Term Survivors of Metastatic Breast Cancer
Endocrine Society

Women who are longer-term survivors of metastatic breast cancer may have a worse survival rate if they have diabetes and poorly controlled blood sugar levels, according to a new study presented Sunday, June 12 at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

7-Jun-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Empagliflozin May Decrease Risk of Kidney Stones in People with Diabetes
Endocrine Society

The diabetes drug empagliflozin may decrease the risk of kidney stones in patients with type 2 diabetes, according to a new study presented Sunday, June 12 at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

7-Jun-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Male Runners Who Are Energy Deficient May Be at Higher Risk for Fractures
Endocrine Society

Male runners who do not receive enough energy from their diet may be at risk for stress fractures, according to a new study presented Saturday, June 11 at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

7-Jun-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Cost of Mental Health Disorders Linked with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Almost $6 Billion in 2021
Endocrine Society

The cost of mental health disorders associated with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) – depression, anxiety and eating disorders – reached almost $6 billion in 2021, according to a new study presented Monday, June 13 at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

7-Jun-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Unhealthy Diet Helps Explain Association Between Food Insecurity and Obesity
Endocrine Society

There is a greater prevalence of obesity and higher body fat among people who face food insecurity, according to research being presented Sunday at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

7-Jun-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Adult Growth Hormone Deficiency Increases Medical Costs, Risk of Additional Health Conditions
Endocrine Society

Growth hormone deficiency (GHD) among adults is associated with greater medical costs and an increased rate of other health conditions compared with those without GHD, according to industry-sponsored research being presented Monday at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

7-Jun-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Testosterone Improves Quality of Life, Sexual Function, and Delayed Verbal Recall in Men with Uncontrolled Type 2 Diabetes
Endocrine Society

Testosterone replacement therapy improved sexual symptoms, libido, symptom severity, delayed verbal recall and overall quality of life among people with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes and hypogonadism, according to research being presented Monday at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

6-Jun-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Male Contraceptive Pills Show Promise in New Study
Endocrine Society

Two experimental male contraceptive pills appear to effectively lower testosterone without causing unacceptable side effects, according to a new study that will be presented Monday at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

7-Jun-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Study Finds Strong Association Between Prediabetes and Heart Attack Risk
Endocrine Society

Prediabetes appears to be a strong independent risk factor for heart attacks, according to a new study presented Saturday, June 11 at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

7-Jun-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Increased Fracture Risk in Patients Using Insulin Compared to Metformin
Endocrine Society

Patients with type 2 diabetes have an increased risk for fractures, despite their normal-to-high bone mineral density, according to research being presented Saturday, June 11 at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

7-Jun-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Stem-Cell Based Therapy Shows Promise in Treating High-Risk Type 1 Diabetes
Endocrine Society

An investigative stem cell-based therapy called PEC-Direct, designed to act as a replacement pancreas, has the potential to provide blood sugar control in patients with high-risk type 1 diabetes, suggests a clinical study presented Saturday, June 11 at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

7-Jun-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Phase 3 Study Finds Fezolinetant Reduces the Frequency and Severity of Menopausal Hot Flashes
Endocrine Society

Fezolinetant significantly reduced the frequency and severity of moderate-to-severe vasomotor symptoms (VMS), or hot flashes, associated with menopause, according to a Phase 3 industry-sponsored study being presented Saturday at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

7-Jun-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Suppressed Ovarian Follicle Development in Women with Obesity May Explain Reduced Fertility
Endocrine Society

Women with obesity, even those with regular menstrual cycles, have suppressed ovarian follicle development and reduced production of reproductive hormones, which may underlie reduced fertility, according to a new study being presented Saturday at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.

6-Jun-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Analysis Finds Little Evidence of Heart Problems in Men Undergoing Testosterone Treatment
Endocrine Society

Previous clinical trials have provided insufficient evidence to decide whether testosterone causes heart problems in men during the first year of treatment, according to research being presented Monday at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga., and published in The Lancet Healthy Longevity.

Released: 2-Jun-2022 9:40 AM EDT
Clarkston Health Fair Offers Free Screenings, Fun Family Activities for People with Diabetes
Endocrine Society

Endocrine experts will provide free health services and fun family activities to the local refugee and immigrant community of DeKalb County during EndoCares® Atlanta, an in-person health education event being held on Saturday, June 11.

Released: 31-May-2022 11:05 AM EDT
Endocrine Society congratulates 2022 Early Investigators and Bardin Award winners
Endocrine Society

The Endocrine Society has selected five recipients for its Early Investigators Awards. The Society also selected Rimesh Pal, M.D., D.M., of the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research in Chandigarh, India as its first C. Wayne Bardin, MD, International Travel Award winner.

Released: 25-May-2022 2:05 PM EDT
Hybrid ENDO 2022 press conferences to highlight emerging diabetes, obesity, reproductive health research
Endocrine Society

Researchers will delve into the latest research in diabetes, obesity, thyroid health and other endocrine conditions during the Endocrine Society’s ENDO 2022 news conferences June 11-14.

Released: 10-May-2022 10:00 AM EDT
Seattle health fair offers free screenings, wellness activities for people with diabetes
Endocrine Society

Endocrine experts will deliver free health services to underrepresented communities, including Latinx and Hispanic residents, during EndoCares® Seattle, an in-person health education event being held on May 14.

Released: 10-May-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Hammer wins inaugural Endocrine Images Art Competition
Endocrine Society

Gary Hammer, M.D., Ph.D., Millie Schembechler Professor of Adrenal Cancer at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Mich., won the Endocrine Society's Endocrine Images Art Competition, a contest celebrating the beauty of endocrine science.

9-May-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Stress may be associated with fertility issues in women
Endocrine Society

Female rats exposed to a scream sound may have diminished ovarian reserve and reduced fertility, according to a small animal study published in the Endocrine Society’s journal, Endocrinology.

29-Apr-2022 9:25 AM EDT
Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals May Impair Bone Health in Male Teens
Endocrine Society

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and phthalates (two types of endocrine-disrupting chemicals) may be associated with lower bone mineral density in male teens, according to a new study published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism.

22-Apr-2022 9:40 AM EDT
Thyroid hormone replacement undertreatment linked to worse hospital outcomes
Endocrine Society

Undertreatment with thyroid hormone replacement can put patients with hypothyroidism at risk for worse hospital outcomes, including longer length of stay and higher rates of readmission, according to a new study published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism.

19-Apr-2022 9:00 AM EDT
People with Diabetes and Cognitive Decline May Be at Higher Risk for Heart Disease
Endocrine Society

People with type 2 diabetes who have cognitive impairment could be at greater risk for stroke, heart attack or death than other individuals with diabetes, according to a new study published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism.

19-Apr-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Extracellular Vesicles Offer New Insights Into Treating Endocrine Disorders
Endocrine Society

In a new Scientific Statement released today, the Endocrine Society describes the importance of extracellular vesicles as a new research target for understanding the causes of certain endocrine disorders such as cancer and diabetes and discovering new treatments for these disorders.

Released: 20-Apr-2022 4:05 PM EDT
Endocrine Society Opposes Florida Department of Health Policy on Gender Dysphoria Treatment for Children and Adolescents
Endocrine Society

The Endocrine Society objects to the Florida Department of Health’s bulletin on gender-affirming care for transgender and gender-diverse youth. The bulletin contradicts the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services’ resources and the Society’s own evidence-based Clinical Practice Guideline regarding gender-affirming care.

1-Apr-2022 9:20 AM EDT
Black people with diabetes disproportionately affected by diabetic ketoacidosis during COVID
Endocrine Society

Black people with diabetes were more likely to develop cases of a life-threatening complication called diabetic ketoacidosis during the pandemic, even in people without COVID-19, according to a new study from the TID Exchange published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism.

29-Mar-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Babies exposed to cannabis in the womb may be at risk for obesity, high blood sugar
Endocrine Society

Cannabis use among pregnant women is on the rise and may be associated with negative health outcomes in children, according to a new study published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism.

Released: 30-Mar-2022 5:10 PM EDT
Endocrine Society applauds House for taking action to address insulin affordability
Endocrine Society

The Endocrine Society applauds the House of Representatives for hearing our call to improve insulin affordability for people with diabetes as it prepares to vote on the Affordable Insulin Now Act this week.

Released: 29-Mar-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Endocrine Society to launch JCEM Case Reports journal
Endocrine Society

The Endocrine Society announced it will launch a new open access, online-only journal featuring reports on clinical cases and clinical problem solving from across the field of endocrinology.

Released: 16-Mar-2022 1:25 PM EDT
Virtual Science Writers Conference to cover COVID-19 and the future of obesity, diabetes care
Endocrine Society

Experts will discuss how COVID-19 affects obesity and diabetes treatment during a virtual news conference on March 29.

14-Mar-2022 9:00 AM EDT
People with diabetes who eat less processed food at night may live longer
Endocrine Society

The time of day that people with diabetes eat certain foods may be just as important to their well-being as portion size and calories, according to a new study published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism.

Released: 3-Mar-2022 3:30 PM EST
Endocrine Society streamlines name change policy for journal authors
Endocrine Society

The Endocrine Society has introduced a policy to make it simpler for authors of articles published in its peer-reviewed journals to update their names following a name change.

1-Mar-2022 9:00 AM EST
Women with irregular periods may be at risk for liver disease
Endocrine Society

Women with long or irregular periods are known to have a higher risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease, but researchers found these women may also be at risk for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), according to a new study published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism.

Released: 1-Mar-2022 9:05 PM EST
Endocrine Society calls on Congress to address high insulin prices and consumer out-of-pocket costs
Endocrine Society

The Endocrine Society praised President Biden for affirming his commitment to improving insulin affordability during the State of the Union address.

22-Feb-2022 9:00 AM EST
Walkable neighborhoods can reduce prevalence of obesity, diabetes
Endocrine Society

People who live in walkable neighborhoods with access to parks and other outdoor activities are more active and less likely to have diabetes or obesity, according to a new paper published in the Endocrine Society’s journal, Endocrine Reviews.

Released: 23-Feb-2022 2:00 PM EST
Endocrine Society alarmed at criminalization of transgender medicine
Endocrine Society

The Endocrine Society condemns the directive by Texas Governor Greg Abbott ordering the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) to investigate any reported instances of Texas children receiving gender-affirming care as “child abuse.” This policy rejects evidence-based transgender medical care and will restrict access to care for teenagers experiencing gender incongruence or dysphoria.

18-Feb-2022 8:55 AM EST
Obesity may increase end-stage kidney disease risk in women with type 2 diabetes
Endocrine Society

Obesity may negatively affect kidney function in people with type 2 diabetes, particularly in women, according to a new study published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism.

8-Feb-2022 9:00 AM EST
Men with high levels of body fat may be at risk for osteoporosis
Endocrine Society

Men with high levels of body fat have lower bone density and may be more likely to break a bone than those with normal levels of body fat, according to a new study published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism.



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