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UrduThe Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Foundation (NETRF), Boston, MA, today announced $3.5 million in neuroendocrine tumor (NET) research grants to fund 12 projects around the world in pursuit of more precise treatments for this uncommon cancer affecting an estimated 171,000 Americans.…
Tag: Endocrinology
Testosterone levels affect risk of metabolic disease and cancers
Having genetically higher testosterone levels increases the risk of metabolic diseases such as type 2 diabetes in women, while reducing the risk in men. Higher testosterone levels also increase the risks of breast and endometrial cancers in women, and prostate…
Testosterone levels affect risk of metabolic disease and cancers
Having genetically higher testosterone levels increases the risk of metabolic diseases such as type 2 diabetes in women, while reducing the risk in men. Higher testosterone levels also increase the risks of breast and endometrial cancers in women, and prostate…
George Mason receives NIH grant to study environmental pollutants and endometriosis links
First of its kind study to determine whether chemicals detected in the uterus are associated with endometriosis and its severity
Understanding unexplained low blood sugar in children: More than normal variation
Low blood sugar in children is often unexplained despite intense investigation into hormone Imbalances and inborn errors of cell metabolism. Despite its frequency, very little progress has been made in understanding this disease entity since 1964, where i
George Mason receives NIH grant to study environmental pollutants and endometriosis links
First of its kind study to determine whether chemicals detected in the uterus are associated with endometriosis and its severity
Understanding unexplained low blood sugar in children: More than normal variation
Low blood sugar in children is often unexplained despite intense investigation into hormone Imbalances and inborn errors of cell metabolism. Despite its frequency, very little progress has been made in understanding this disease entity since 1964, where i
Mindfulness helps obese children lose weight
Mindfulness-based therapy may help reduce stress, appetite and body weight in children with obesity and anxiety, according to a study published in Endocrine Connections . They reported that obese children on a calorie-restricted diet alongside mindfulness therapy lose more weight…
Antioxidant reverses BPD-induced fertility damage in worms
From plastics to pesticides, it seems like every week delivers fresh news about the dangers of endocrine disruptors–chemicals in the environment that alter the body’s hormones and can lead to reproductive, developmental, neurologic and immune problems and cancer. Industry regulation…
Antioxidant reverses BPD-induced fertility damage in worms
From plastics to pesticides, it seems like every week delivers fresh news about the dangers of endocrine disruptors–chemicals in the environment that alter the body’s hormones and can lead to reproductive, developmental, neurologic and immune problems and cancer. Industry regulation…
New way to study pituitary tumors holds potential for better diagnoses and treatments
Houston Methodist neurosurgeons and neuroscientists are looking at a new way to classify pituitary tumors that could lead to more precise and accurate diagnosing for patients in the future. Found in up to 10% of the population, pituitary tumors, also…
Is Premarin, alone, the key to successful menopausal hormone therapy?
The book chapter by Dr. Z. Suba covers research on menopausal hormone therapy
General population screening reduces life-threatening diabetic ketoacidosis, new research shows
NEW YORK- January 28, 2020 –JDRF, the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research, today announced new research that found widespread screening for islet autoantibodies reduced the occurrence of life-threatening diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) among children with pre-symptomatic T1D.…
The universities of Bern and Zurich offer continuing education in gender-specific medicine
At present, a focus on males in basic research and clinical trials means that models of disease are also based on men. Symptoms and disease progression in male patients are therefore considered the standard, while disease manifestations that are usually…
General population screening reduces life-threatening diabetic ketoacidosis, new research shows
NEW YORK- January 28, 2020 –JDRF, the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research, today announced new research that found widespread screening for islet autoantibodies reduced the occurrence of life-threatening diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) among children with pre-symptomatic T1D.…
The universities of Bern and Zurich offer continuing education in gender-specific medicine
At present, a focus on males in basic research and clinical trials means that models of disease are also based on men. Symptoms and disease progression in male patients are therefore considered the standard, while disease manifestations that are usually…
A new model has been developed that simulates the accumulation of lipids in membranes
Led by the URV researcher Vladimir Baulin, this study has also discovered a new role of cholesterol that will help to understand the development of some diseases and cell processes
Human longevity largest study of its kind shows early detection of disease & disease risks
Study published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
A new model has been developed that simulates the accumulation of lipids in membranes
Led by the URV researcher Vladimir Baulin, this study has also discovered a new role of cholesterol that will help to understand the development of some diseases and cell processes
Simple test identifies patients at high risk for future dialysis or transplant
A low-cost test that screens for excess protein in the urine has been shown to accurately identify patients at higher risk for progressive kidney disease after being hospitalized for acute kidney injury, according to a new study by researchers at…
Histamine: an unexpected defender against heart and kidney damage
University of Tsukuba study shows that a histamine agonist drug prevents further damage in a mouse model of cardiorenal dysfunction
Human longevity largest study of its kind shows early detection of disease & disease risks
Study published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
Simple test identifies patients at high risk for future dialysis or transplant
A low-cost test that screens for excess protein in the urine has been shown to accurately identify patients at higher risk for progressive kidney disease after being hospitalized for acute kidney injury, according to a new study by researchers at…
Histamine: an unexpected defender against heart and kidney damage
University of Tsukuba study shows that a histamine agonist drug prevents further damage in a mouse model of cardiorenal dysfunction
Patients suffer invasive treatments for harmless cancers
Australians are increasingly being diagnosed with cancers that will do them no harm if left undetected or untreated, exposing them to unnecessary surgeries and chemotherapy, says a new study published online today in the Medical Journal of Australia . The…
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Announces Recipients of Nation’s First Gender Equity Grants
Annual Distinguished Scholar Award Aims to Break Down Barriers to Equity in Medical Research
Novel approach to immune system could lead to personalized therapy against sepsis
Two mechanisms could afford an alternative approach to studying and treating severe conditions such as sepsis. A combination of resistance to pathogens by means of fever; and temporary tolerance promoted by controlled hypothermia
Teens with obesity and PCOS have more ‘unhealthy’ bacteria
Gut microbiome may play a role in PCOS and its related metabolic complications
New study to examine impact of environmental exposure on breast cancer risk in young women
UMass Amherst cancer epidemiologist awarded National Institutes of Health grant
AJR researchers take step toward automating thyroid cancer triage
Team develops quantitative framework to sonographically differentiate thyroid nodules at levels comparable to expert radiologists–a big step towards automated triage of thyroid cancer
Novel approach to immune system could lead to personalized therapy against sepsis
Two mechanisms could afford an alternative approach to studying and treating severe conditions such as sepsis. A combination of resistance to pathogens by means of fever; and temporary tolerance promoted by controlled hypothermia
Teens with obesity and PCOS have more ‘unhealthy’ bacteria
Gut microbiome may play a role in PCOS and its related metabolic complications
New study to examine impact of environmental exposure on breast cancer risk in young women
UMass Amherst cancer epidemiologist awarded National Institutes of Health grant
Johns Hopkins Researchers: Climate Change Threatens to Unlock New Microbes and Increase Heat-Related Illness and Death
The Journal of Clinical Investigation (JCI) recently published “Viewpoint” articles by Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine professors who warn that global climate change is likely to unlock dangerous new microbes, as well as threaten humans’ ability to regulate body temperature.
Blood tests can predict timing of final menstrual period
Blood tests could replace menstrual periods as a gauge for when a women is nearing menopause, according to new research published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism.
Policymakers join experts at the European Parliament for radioligand therapy report launch
The event, co- hosted by Tanja Fajon MEP (S&D, Slovenia) and Ewa Kopacz MEP (EPP, Poland) saw the launch of the policy report ‘Radioligand therapy: realising the potential of targeted cancer care’
Are BMD and CT-FEA effective surrogate markers of femoral bone strength?
IOF Position Paper reviews experimental and clinical evidence, concluding that hip aBMD and estimated femoral strength are good predictors of hip fracture risk
Depression common during perimenopause but not regularly assessed by providers
New study documents lack of screening for depression and need to better educate healthcare providers on women’s mental health issues during the menopause transition
Policymakers join experts at the European Parliament for radioligand therapy report launch
The event, co- hosted by Tanja Fajon MEP (S&D, Slovenia) and Ewa Kopacz MEP (EPP, Poland) saw the launch of the policy report ‘Radioligand therapy: realising the potential of targeted cancer care’
Policymakers join experts at the European Parliament for radioligand therapy report launch
The event, co- hosted by Tanja Fajon MEP (S&D, Slovenia) and Ewa Kopacz MEP (EPP, Poland) saw the launch of the policy report ‘Radioligand therapy: realising the potential of targeted cancer care’
Are BMD and CT-FEA effective surrogate markers of femoral bone strength?
IOF Position Paper reviews experimental and clinical evidence, concluding that hip aBMD and estimated femoral strength are good predictors of hip fracture risk
Are BMD and CT-FEA effective surrogate markers of femoral bone strength?
IOF Position Paper reviews experimental and clinical evidence, concluding that hip aBMD and estimated femoral strength are good predictors of hip fracture risk
Depression common during perimenopause but not regularly assessed by providers
New study documents lack of screening for depression and need to better educate healthcare providers on women’s mental health issues during the menopause transition
Depression common during perimenopause but not regularly assessed by providers
New study documents lack of screening for depression and need to better educate healthcare providers on women’s mental health issues during the menopause transition
Fat cells can sense sunlight — not getting enough increases metabolic syndrome risk
Eye-opening study from Cincinnati Children’s suggests that lack of sun can lead to problems beyond seasonal affective disorder
‘Love hormone’ improves attachment issues in people with autism
A team led by Professor Kaat Alaerts (KU Leuven) recruited 40 adult men with autism spectrum disorder to take part in their study. “In a first stage, we examined the amount of oxytocin produced by the participants themselves. The subjects…
Fat cells can sense sunlight — not getting enough increases metabolic syndrome risk
Eye-opening study from Cincinnati Children’s suggests that lack of sun can lead to problems beyond seasonal affective disorder
‘Love hormone’ improves attachment issues in people with autism
A team led by Professor Kaat Alaerts (KU Leuven) recruited 40 adult men with autism spectrum disorder to take part in their study. “In a first stage, we examined the amount of oxytocin produced by the participants themselves. The subjects…
Endocrine Society applauds EU Green Deal resolution
The Endocrine Society praised the European Parliament resolution in response to the European Union’s “Green Deal”— a plan to invest more than €1 trillion in environmental initiatives, including important provisions to protect people from exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs).
BPA activates immune response in mice that passes down through generations
Some plastic food and beverage containers still contain bisphenol A (BPA), which can mimic the hormone estrogen. Although experts say that small amounts of BPA detected in foods are unlikely to cause problems, some people worry that constant low-level exposures…