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Endocrine Experts Call for Review of Potential Risks Associated with...
Chevy Chase, MD- According to a statement issued today by The Endocrine Society, the current range of data on GLP-1 receptor agonists and DPP-4 inhibitors have significant limitations and are not ideal to be used to validate adverse events.
Best Affirms Ratings of the Members of GEICO and GEICO Corp.
A.M. Best Co. has affirmed the financial strength rating of 'A++' and issuer credit ratings of "aaa" of the members of Government Employees Group , based in Chevy Chase, Maryland.
Endocrine Society expands book publishing program with new imprint
Chevy Chase, MD-The Endocrine Society is launching Endocrine Press, a new publishing imprint that will issue print and electronic books as well as journals for a broad audience of health care professionals and patients.
Meditation, Stretching Ease PTSD Symptoms in Nurses
Mind-body intervention can help to regulate stress hormone levels Newswise - Chevy Chase, MD -Practicing a form of meditation and stretching can help relieve symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder and normalize stress hormone levels, according to a recent study accepted for publication in The Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical ... (more)
Thyroid Conditions Raise Risk of Pregnancy Complications
Hormone disorders linked to higher rates of preterm birth, preeclampsia Newswise - Chevy Chase, MD -Pregnant women who have thyroid disorders face greater risk of preterm birth and other complications that have short- and long-term consequences for the health of mother and child, according to a recent study accepted for publication in The Endocrine ... (more)
New Test Assesses Gestational Diabetes Risk Early in Pregnancy
Gestation diabetes risk can be identified through biomarker levels during first trimester Newswise - Chevy Chase, MD -Levels of a biomarker in a pregnant woman's blood can help physicians gauge her risk of developing gestational diabetes during the first trimester, according to a recent study accepted for publication in The Endocrine Society's ... (more)
"Living Your Best Life" Diabetes Conference for San Francisco Patients Coming June 15
One-Day Education Event Highlights Latest Approaches to Managing Type 2 Diabetes Newswise - Chevy Chase, MD --The Hormone Health Network and Taking Control of Your Diabetes are teaming up to provide a unique, one-day learning experience for people living with type 2 diabetes.
ENDO 2013 news conference and webcast schedule
Chevy Chase, MD-The latest research discoveries on diabetes, obesity, endocrine-disrupting chemicals, adolescent health and clinical trials will be highlighted in a series of press conferences at ENDO 2013: The 95th Annual Meeting & Expo of The Endocrine Society.
Mild Hypothyroidism Raises Mortality Risk among Heart Failure Patients
African-Americans with underactive thyroid also face higher death risk Newswise - Chevy Chase, MD- Patients with underlying heart failure are more likely to experience adverse outcomes from mild hypothyroidism, according to a recent study accepted for publication in The Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism .
Calcium supplements linked to longer lifespans in women
Chevy Chase, MD-Taking a calcium supplement of up to 1,000 mg per day can help women live longer, according to a recent study accepted for publication in The Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism .
Fish oil supplements may help fight against Type 2 diabetes
Chevy Chase, MD-Widely-used fish oil supplements modestly increase amounts of a hormone that is associated with lower risk of diabetes and heart disease, according to a study accepted for publication in The Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism .