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The Endocrine Society is hosting a Congressional briefing on November 4 to examine policies to help the 29 million Americans who have diabetes and the 86 million who are likely to develop the disease. A diabetes diagnosis affects an individual’s overall health and quality of life, and the condition is costly to treat. The nation’s...
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The third annual meeting of EndoBridge — co-hosted by the Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism of Turkey, Endocrine Society, and European Society of Endocrinology — took place in Antalya, Turkey between October 15-18, 2015. Attracting leading endocrinology experts of the world and 440 colleagues from over 25 countries, the meeting was held in English with...
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With nearly 30 million Americans living with diabetes and 86 million more at risk of developing diabetes, you might expect diabetes to be a top priority for Congress. But it’s not. That’s why members of Congress need to hear from us. In fact, it’s been five years since the last congressional hearing on diabetes and...
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Richard T. O’Grady, PhD, CAE, has joined the Endocrine Society as Chief Publications Officer. In this newly created role, he will oversee all aspects of the Society’s publishing endeavors, both in print and online. “Richard’s background and expertise is a perfect match for our current and future publications strategy,” says Endocrine Society CEO Barbara Byrd...
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At the recent EndoBridge 2015, endocrinologists from around the world gathered in Antalya, Turkey from October 15 to 18 to share information on the full spectrum of endocrinology with programs on everything from diabetes and lipid disorders to genetic causes of pituitary tumors and personalized menopause management. Pictured: Society president Lisa Fish, MD (far right)...
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During September and October, the Society participated in two important international meetings related to Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs). The Society was the only scientific organization participating and, as such, it was able to share the Society’s latest Scientific Statement on EDCs and link health impacts to EDCs, and was seen as a trusted policy advisor....
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Today, more than a third of the adult population is affected by obesity and this number continues to rise. With this in mind, the Society recognizes the important role that our members can play and we are pleased to announce our participation in the first-ever National Obesity Care Week, November 1-7, a grassroots advocacy campaign...
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Findings suggest mother’s metabolism can affect child’s risk of diabetes, obesity later in life When a pregnant woman has gestational diabetes, her unborn child tends to react more slowly to sounds after the mother consumes sugary foods or drinks compared to the offspring of a woman who does not have the condition, according to a...
