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Towards a Shared Language: Defining endocrine-immune-related adverse events

On behalf of the Endocrine Society’s Oncoendocrinology Special Interest Group, Ling Zhu, MBBChir, discusses her recent paper that addressed “the gap in standardized nomenclature, clinical, laboratory and radiological evaluations, and management principles of endocrine- immune-related adverse events (E-irAEs).” She also talks to corresponding author, Afreen Shariff, MD, about the need for nomenclature, the nature of...
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Challenges and Opportunities: Developing New and Improved Treatment Options for Type 1 Diabetes

A recently published Scientific Statement sheds light on new and improved treatment options for type 1 diabetes. Endocrine News speaks with first author Aaron W. Michels, MD, about the Statement’s implications and why this is an exciting time in type 1 diabetes research. In July, the Endocrine Society published a Scientific Statement that highlights potential...
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Building Bridges: Manasi Shah, MD, discusses how endocrinologists can play an important role in transplant medicine.

11.25_EndoNewsCover On behalf of the Endocrine Society’s Early-Career Special Interest Group (SIG), Milay Luis Lam, MD talks with Early-Career SIG steering group member, Manasi Shah, MD, on bringing science to the transplant bedside and discusses her endocrine journey from her native Mumbai, India, to conducting clinical trials in the U.S. You could say that treating people...
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Why High Testosterone Poses a Silent Threat to Women’s Hearts

A major shift is underway in women’s endocrine health that is changing how the medical community approaches Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and its link to cardiovascular risk. Recent findings published in the European Journal of Endocrinology, titled “Hyperandrogenaemia, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and Physical Fitness in Women—a Northern Finland Birth Cohort Study,” stem from a large...
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The Hidden Hepatotoxicity of Zoledronic Acid

jcemcr_2_5cover The safety profile of zoledronic acid (ZOL), a powerful bisphosphonate widely used for osteoporosis and metastatic bone diseases in cancer patients, has historically been regarded as well-established. Common side effects such as fever, myalgia, and flu-like symptoms are manageable and transient. However, a recent case report in the JCEM Case Reports journal highlights a rare...
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Pressure-Enabled Embolization Shows Promise as Safer Alternative to Thyroid Surgery

JES cover For patients with large, symptomatic thyroid goiters and toxic nodules, the question of whether to undergo surgery may soon have a less invasive answer. A new procedure, pressure-enabled thyroid embolization (PED-TAE), is emerging as a promising alternative. An initial clinical study published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society titled, “Safety and Efficacy of Pressure-Enabled...
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Following Up: Could a New Pharmacological Treatment Provide Hope for Hypoparathyroidism Patients?

Approved a little more than a year ago by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, palopegteriparatide was lauded by a panel of experts from around the world in a recently published consensus statement on hypoparathyroidism treatment. Aliya Khan, MD, talks to Endocrine News what this means for these patients’ treatment options, quality of life, and...

As much as we know today about the endocrine system and the effects it has on the body, there remains so much that we do not know. Discoveries are made every day, and our understanding of the endocrine system is always growing and changing. Serving patients to the best of an endocrinologist’s abilities means being aware of all the latest developments in endocrine research. This includes the newest and most complete information concerning such endocrinology research topics as new treatments and new methods for disease prevention. Identifying symptoms and making the connections between those symptoms and endocrine disease can lead to greater understanding and ultimately better treatment for patients. More advanced prevention techniques can help patients stave off disease before it can impact their lives. Having the most current information can make a tremendous difference in the quality of life for your patients.

This section features some of the most current and forward-looking articles concerning the latest research in endocrinology. Written by and for endocrinologists, these articles are provided to keep you up to date with the most relevant developments in the field of endocrinology. You can access the information you need about new technology, new treatments and general information to help you serve your patients with better overall care. Our understanding of the endocrine system is always evolving. With Endocrine News, you can ensure that your knowledge of the field won’t be left behind. What’s more, your patients will always have access to the most advanced information out there.