New appetite-suppressing hormone may be used for treating obesity
According to a study published ineLife, a hormone called Lipocalin-2 (LCN2) suppresses appetite and food intake in humans and mice and has potential to be used as a treatment for people with obesity.News Medical (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - November 25, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
10% of transgender Americans may be using non-prescribed hormones
1 in 10 transgender Americans may be using non-prescribed hormones that may cause serious health risks, as they aren’t insured or their insurance won’t cover costs of gender-affirming hormone therapy. CNN (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - November 25, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Early menopause linked to multiple sclerosis
According to research published inBrain Communications, early menopause and fewer pregnancies may be linked to early onset progressive multiple sclerosis in women, due to a reduction in sex hormones.Medical Xpress (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - November 25, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
New appetite suppressing hormone may be used for treating obesity
According to a study published ineLife, a hormone called Lipocalin-2 (LCN2) suppresses appetite and food intake in humans and mice and has potential to be used as a treatment for people with obesity.News Medical (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - November 25, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Transgender Americans use dangerous non-prescribed hormones
1 in 10 Transgender Americans may be using non-prescribed hormones that may cause serious health risks, as they aren’t insured or their insurance won’t cover costs of gender-affirming hormone therapy. CNN (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - November 25, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Diabetes risk significantly reduced by losing just 3 kilograms
According to a study published inJAMA Internal Medicine, losing just two to three kilograms of weight can reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by up to 47%.Diabetes.co.uk (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - November 25, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Competency Framework for Adult Endocrine Nursing now available in French and German
TheSociety for Endocrinology Competency Framework for Adult Endocrine Nursing was first developed in 2013 by our amazing dedicated nurse members. The Framework is designed to enhance the clinical care received by adults with an endocrine disorder and the professional development of the endocrine nurses helping them. In 2015, the 2nd Edition of this Competency Framework was published incorporating four new competencies: benign adrenal tumours, hypo- and hyperparathyroidism, osteoporosis and polycystic ovary syndrome.The European Society for Endocrinology has now translated this 2nd Edition in to French and German which are ...
Source: Society for Endocrinology - November 25, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Bioscientifica wins silver award for SfE BES 2019 conference
We are thrilled to announce that Bioscientifica has won a silver award for the organisation and development ofSfE BES 2019 in the Best Development of an Existing Conference - over 1,000 attendees category at theConference Awards 2020.A huge congratulations to all involved in the organisation and running of last year's event, which was a huge success.Bioscientifica is our wholly-owned, not-for-profit trading subsidiary, which publishes our journals, manages our events and provides membership services. All Bioscientifica profits go back to the Society to support a...
Source: Society for Endocrinology - November 24, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Vitamin D may reduce advanced cancer risk
Vitamin D supplements may reduce the risk of developing advanced cancer by up to 17% and by 38% for those who are a healthy weight, according to a study published inJama Network Open.The Telegraph (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - November 19, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Computers may be able to identify congential adrenal hyperplasia
According to a study published inJama Network Open, computers may be able to identify congential adrenal hyperplasia by analysing facial features and could help improve diagnosis and care of patients.News Medical (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - November 19, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Diabetes diagnosis poses significant mental challenges
Many people diagnosed with diabetes find the psychological impact of managing the disease too challenging, a condition known as‘diabetes burnout’.BBC News (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - November 19, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
New kisspeptin drug may improve fertility in women
According to a study published in theJournal of Clinical Investigation, a new drug called MVT-602 that targets the kisspeptin system may help improve fertility in women with reproductive conditions, such as polycystic ovary syndrome.Science Daily (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - November 19, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
COVID-19 neurological complications associated with diabetes
New research suggests COVID-19 is associated with neurological complications such as brain bleeds and strokes, especially in patients with diabetes and hypertension.Sky News (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - November 19, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Download the new GIRFT report for diabetes
The Getting It Right First Time (GIRFT) national report for diabetes is now available for download and offers a series of recommendations to improve patient safety, type 1 services, and diabetic footcare. It is the first nationwide report on diabetes care in England's hospitals and is based on visits to more than 100 trusts.Recommendations include establishing specialist multi-disciplinary diabetes inpatient teams (MDiTs) in every trust to ensure patients with diabetes are monitored throughout their stay in hospital, and training for every healthcare professional who dispenses, prescribes or administers insulin.Rea...
Source: Society for Endocrinology - November 17, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Congratulations to our 2021 medal and award winners!
Join us in congratulating all of our 2021 medal and award winners. These individuals have helped significantly advance our knowledge and clinical practice in the field of endocrinology, and have been recognised by their colleagues for their scientific excellence. All medallists will be presenting plenary lectures next year at SfE BES 2021. See all of the winners listed below. Dale Medal - Professor Sadaf FarooqiEuropean Medal - Professor Greet Van den BergheInternational Medal - Professor Mark FebbraioJubilee Medal - Professor Stephen Shalet&a...
Source: Society for Endocrinology - November 17, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
