A new Scientific Statement released by the Endocrine Society highlights research gaps associated with the negative effects of opioid use on the endocrine system. The use and misuse of opioids are a growing global problem. Opioids are used to treat pain in people with cancer or other conditions (e.g., after an injury or surgery), however,...
In a first for the treatment of osteopenia, the Osteoboost — a wearable device that delivers precise vibrations to the spine and hips — promises to offer a new form of therapy for clinicians treating postmenopausal women dealing with a loss of bone density. At the beginning of 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug...
As Endocrine News celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we talk to Joy Y. Wu, MD, PhD, chief of the Division of Endocrinology at Stanford University about her personal and professional journey through the field of endocrinology as well as how her career path has been shaped by her mentors, colleagues, and especially...
Endocrine News talks to Aliya Khan, MD, about the debilitating effects of hypoparathyroidism, new treatment guidelines she helped create, and exciting news from trials that showed promising results that could allow these patients to have a much-improved quality of life, both physical and psychological. “I wish I had this medicine when I was a kid,”...
The Endocrine Society returns to Chicago for its first all in-person meeting since 2019. Scientists and clinicians descended upon the Windy City in droves from near and far to take part in the biggest endocrinology meeting in the world. From the latest research to the newest patient therapies to networking with colleagues. or simply hugging...
Each year, the hottest tickets at ENDO are the various debates and ENDO 2023 was no exception when experts weighed in on the pros and cons of using vitamin D supplements in female patients at risk for osteoporotic fracture. One ENDO 2023 session that proved popular in June was “Is there a role for vitamin...
With the recent reexamination of how to consider race/ethnicity in medical treatment, many practitioners may feel confused about implementing such procedures. The ENDO 2023 symposium “Addressing Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Osteoporosis Care” provided attendees with an understanding of the impact of incorporating race/ethnicity in osteoporosis care as well as suggestions for treating their own...
Bone Health Technologies (BHT) announced yesterday topline results of its pivotal trial of the Osteoboost Vibration Belt. The results found that using Osteoboost more than three times per week in each of four quarters provided a statistically significant reduction in the loss of vertebral bone strength among participants— with no reported device-related serious adverse events....
As Endocrine News celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we talk to Joy Y. Wu, MD, PhD, chief of the Division of Endocrinology at Stanford University about her personal and professional journey through the field of endocrinology as well as how her career path has been shaped by her mentors, colleagues, and especially...
The Endocrine Society returns to Chicago for its first all in-person meeting since 2019. Scientists and clinicians descended upon the Windy City in droves from near and far to take part in the biggest endocrinology meeting in the world. From the latest research to the newest patient therapies to networking with colleagues. or simply hugging...
