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Unrecognized substances released by algae blooms may act as endocrine disruptors

Scientists are reporting for the first time that previously unrecognized substances released by algae blooms have the potential to act as endocrine disruptors, which can interfere with the normal activity of reproductive hormones. The effect is not caused by microcystin toxins, long recognized as potentially harmful to humans and aquatic animals, but as yet unidentified substances.

17 Feb 2011

Registration opens for The Endocrine Society's 2011 annual meeting in Boston

Media registration opens today for The Endocrine Society's 93rd Annual Meeting & EXPO taking place in Boston, MA on June 4-7, 2011. ENDO 2011 promises to be an engaging and informative opportunity for journalists to learn about the latest research in obesity, endocrine disrupters, diabetes, growth hormones, sex hormones, thyroid cancer and much more.

17 Feb 2011

Researchers develop new DNA test for accurate detection of Turner syndrome in children

As a child grows, a short stature is not usually cause for concern, but it is often the only sign of a condition called Turner syndrome. Prevalent in girls, Turner syndrome is a genetic defect that short-circuits normal growth and leads to cardiac and renal problems. It is not commonly detected until age 10 or older when a youngster's unusually short height raises suspicions.

16 Feb 2011

Mental health of obese children needs primary focus

The mental health of obese children should be a primary focus of researchers studying childhood obesity, according to Christine Calamaro, PhD, CRNP, assistant professor at the University of Maryland School of Nursing.

16 Feb 2011

New clinical trial to test surgery specifically for Type 2 diabetes

A new clinical trial at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center is among the first to test surgery specifically for Type 2 diabetes. The aim of the study is to understand whether surgery can control diabetes, as well or even better than the best medical treatment available today. This is the first study of its kind open to patients who are overweight or mildly obese.

14 Feb 2011

The Endocrine Society calls for nominations for Award for Excellence in Science and Medical Journalism

The Endocrine Society is calling for nominations for the fourth annual Award for Excellence in Science and Medical Journalism. The award recognizes outstanding reporting that enhances public understanding of health issues pertaining to the field of endocrinology.

11 Feb 2011

New trial tests surgery for Type 2 diabetes

11 Feb 2011

Patients with high blood pressure have benign endocrine tumours in adrenal gland: Research

High blood pressure may in some cases be caused by benign hormone-producing tumours of the adrenal cortex. A joint Swedish-American research effort has now uncovered a genetic cause behind the occurrence of such tumours. The findings were published today in the journal Science.

11 Feb 2011

Prenatal exposure to coal byproducts can impact early childhood growth

Children raised in homes using indoor coal for cooking or heating appear to be about a half-inch shorter at age 36 months than those in households using other fuel sources, according to a report posted online today that will appear in the June print issue of Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, one of the JAMA/Archives journals.

8 Feb 2011

Merck reports GAAP net income of $861 million for 2010

Merck, known as MSD outside the United States and Canada, today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2010. The company reported non-GAAP (generally accepted accounting principles) earnings per share (EPS) for the fourth quarter of $0.88, which excludes purchase accounting adjustments, restructuring costs and merger-related expenses.

4 Feb 2011

Bisphosphonates help people with osteoporosis gain extra 5 years of life

Australian clinical researchers have noted an extraordinary and unexpected benefit of osteoporosis treatment - that people taking bisphosphonates are not only surviving well, better than people without osteoporosis, they appear to be gaining an extra five years of life. These findings are published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, now online.

3 Feb 2011

GATTEX Phase 3 pivotal study reaches primary efficacy endpoint of reducing PN in patients with SBS

NPS Pharmaceuticals, a specialty pharmaceutical company developing innovative therapeutics for rare gastrointestinal and endocrine disorders, today announced that its Phase 3 pivotal study of GATTEX met the primary efficacy endpoint of reducing parenteral nutrition dependence in patients with adult short bowel syndrome.

31 Jan 2011

Patients and spouses experience distress related to diabetes

Older patients with diabetes who are not dealing well with the disease are likely to have symptoms of depression, and spouses of older patients also suffer distress related to diabetes and its management, according to research from Purdue University.

28 Jan 2011

NYC Council Member introduces legislation to prohibit fluoridation of water supply

On January 18, 2011, NYC Council Member Peter Vallone, Jr. introduced legislation (Int 0463-2011) "prohibiting the addition of fluoride to the water supply

21 Jan 2011

New study reveals illicit HGH use among young American male weightlifters

A new study published in The American Journal on Addictions reveals that illicit use of HGH has become common among young American male weightlifters.

21 Jan 2011

Annual Society for Endocrinology BES conference to take place in UK from 11-14 April 2011

The annual Society for Endocrinology BES conference is taking place in Birmingham, UK from 11-14 April 2011.

18 Jan 2011

Exposure to room light prior to bedtime suppresses melatonin levels, increases cancer and diabetes risk: Study

According to a recent study accepted for publication in The Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, exposure to electrical light between dusk and bedtime strongly suppresses melatonin levels and may impact physiologic processes regulated by melatonin signaling, such as sleepiness, thermoregulation, blood pressure and glucose homeostasis.

13 Jan 2011

BPA more harmful to women with hormonal and fertility imbalances

A recent study accepted for publication in The Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism (JCEM), found higher Bisphenol A (BPA) levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) compared to controls. Furthermore, researchers found a statistically significant positive association between male sex hormones and BPA in these women suggesting a potential role of BPA in ovarian dysfunction.

13 Jan 2011

NPS completes treatment phase in GATTEX Phase 3 registration study in short bowel syndrome

NPS Pharmaceuticals, Inc. a specialty pharmaceutical company developing innovative therapeutics for rare gastrointestinal and endocrine disorders, today announced the completion of the 24-week treatment phase of the company's Phase 3 registration study of GATTEX® (teduglutide).

11 Jan 2011

New guidelines for accurate diagnosis, effective ethical treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis

Today the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists released new medical guidelines for the accurate diagnosis and effective ethical treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis in affected patients.

11 Jan 2011

Endocrine News and Research

Unrecognized substances released by algae blooms may act as endocrine disruptors

Registration opens for The Endocrine Society's 2011 annual meeting in Boston

Researchers develop new DNA test for accurate detection of Turner syndrome in children

Mental health of obese children needs primary focus

New clinical trial to test surgery specifically for Type 2 diabetes

The Endocrine Society calls for nominations for Award for Excellence in Science and Medical Journalism

New trial tests surgery for Type 2 diabetes

Patients with high blood pressure have benign endocrine tumours in adrenal gland: Research

Prenatal exposure to coal byproducts can impact early childhood growth

Merck reports GAAP net income of $861 million for 2010

Bisphosphonates help people with osteoporosis gain extra 5 years of life

GATTEX Phase 3 pivotal study reaches primary efficacy endpoint of reducing PN in patients with SBS

Patients and spouses experience distress related to diabetes

NYC Council Member introduces legislation to prohibit fluoridation of water supply

New study reveals illicit HGH use among young American male weightlifters

Annual Society for Endocrinology BES conference to take place in UK from 11-14 April 2011

Exposure to room light prior to bedtime suppresses melatonin levels, increases cancer and diabetes risk: Study

BPA more harmful to women with hormonal and fertility imbalances

NPS completes treatment phase in GATTEX Phase 3 registration study in short bowel syndrome

New guidelines for accurate diagnosis, effective ethical treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis

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