Oral octreotide successfully treats acromegaly
A new oral drug for treating acromegaly may be just as effective as treatment with injections, according to a study published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society.Medical Dialogues (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - April 1, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Hypothyroid treatment may increase mortality risk
According to a study published in the the Journal of the Endocrine Society, adults over the age of 65 receiving thyroid replacement therapy may have an increased risk of death by up to 60%.News Medical (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - April 1, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Transgender teenagers have higher risk of depression
Transgender teenagers taking hormone replacement therapy are more likely to have depression and suicidal thoughts, according to research published in theJournal of the Endocrine Society. News Medical (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - April 1, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
ESE COVID-19 and endocrine diseases statement
The European Society of Endocrinology has published a statement on COVID-19 and endocrine diseases providing advice and guidance to endocrinologists. See full statement (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - April 1, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
COVID-19 update for Society Grants & Awards
This information is for Society Grant and Award holders, as well as future applicants. We have introduced new flexibility in our processes to help support you during the COVID-19 situation.The Society has been closely monitoring updates and recommendations from the World Health Organization (WHO), Public Health England and the government, with regards to COVID-19. The health and well-being of our members is our number one priority and we are sensitive to the additional pressures on the NHS and academic institutions at this time. Read ournew position to learn how we can help support you during this difficult time. ...
Source: Society for Endocrinology - March 31, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Editor-in-Chief vacancy at Endocrine Connections
In response to the current COVID-19 crisis, theEndocrine Connections editorial office has decided to extend the application deadline for its Editor-in-Chief position to 1 July 2020.This opportunity to lead the journal's existing editorial board is open to applicants internationally. The successful applicant should be an active researcher themselves, with appropriate editorial board experience. If you know of someone who would be an eligible candidate, please share the vacancy details with them too.See full details. (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - March 27, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Opportunity to help inform better hypothyroid treatment
Thissurvey is your opportunity to provide infromation on how you manage hypothyroid patients who continue to experience symptoms.Around 5-10% of hypothyroid individuals (representing between 75,000 and 150,000 adults in the UK) continue to experience profound and sometimes disabling symptoms, such as fatigue, depression and impaired cognition, in spite of being concordant with treatment and adequately replaced from a biochemical point of view.Dr Adrian Heald, Consultant in Endocrinology at Salford Royal Hospital would value your help in gathering data on how you manage this difficult situation, with a vie...
Source: Society for Endocrinology - March 26, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Anxiety, depression and premature death associated with childhood obesity
According to findings published inPLOS Medicine andBMC Medicine, children with obesity are more likely to have anxiety and depression and have an increased risk of early death.Science Daily (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - March 26, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Virtual diabetes education available to clinicians during COVID-19
The Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists are now offering virtual guidance and education to clinicians and healthcare professionals treating diabetic patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.Healio (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - March 26, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Early puberty in men linked to diabetes
Men who start puberty earlier than normal may be more likely to develop type 2 diabetes later in life, according to a study published inDiabetologia.Medical Dialogues (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - March 26, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Smoking and drinking associated with low thyroid cancer risk
According to a study published inThyroid, daily drinking and smoking may be associated with a lower thyroid cancer risk.Healio (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - March 26, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
COVID-19: suspension of 2020 Clinical Excellence Awards competition
The Advisory Committee on Clinical Excellence Awards (ACCEA) has suspended applications for the 2020 Clinical Excellence Awards competition.Find out more. (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - March 23, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
People with diabetes have increased risk of COVID-19
According to a study published inJAMA, people with diabetes are at greater risk of contracting COVID-19 and need to prepare with adequate medication.Healio (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - March 20, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Advice for people at risk of COVID-19
Diabetes.co.uk provide advice and updates for those who are vulnerable to COVID-19.Diabetes.co.uk (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - March 20, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Good glucose control may reduce risk of COVID-19 in diabetics
Good glucose control could be key to managing risk and severity of COVID-19 in people with diabetes.Medscape (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - March 20, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
