Late-breaking exploratory analysis from the CANVAS Program presented at the American College of Cardiology’s 67th Annual Scientific Session The results of recent analysis showed that canagliflozin significantly reduced the risk of cardiovascular (CV) death or hospitalization for heart failure (HHF) in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) at high CV risk. This exploratory analysis from...
Program aims to advance knowledge in type 1 diabetes with support for research projects over three years The European Foundation for the Study of Diabetes (EFSD), JDRF and Eli Lilly and Company have agreed to extend their collaboration for the European Programme in Type 1 Diabetes Research through 2020. The program, which began in 2015,...
As obesity and diabetes rates reach epidemic proportions, a presentation at ENDO 2018 explains why we eat what we eat. We talked with Josephine M. Egan, MD, for a taste of what you can expect from her talk entitled, “Endocrinology of the Tongue.” On Monday afternoon, March 19, Josephine M. Egan, MD, a senior investigator...
Together, the Endocrine Society, the American Diabetes Association (ADA), the American Association for Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE), and the American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE) strongly disagree with the American College of Physicians’ (ACP’s) proposed new guidance that suggests higher blood glucose targets for people with type 2 diabetes. While there is agreement on individualization of...
People whose parents have type 2 diabetes see no ethnic disparities in how they regulate glucose or whether they get type 2 diabetes themselves, according to a study recently published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism. A study reported by Ebenezer Nyenwe, MD, FWACP, FACP, FACE as part of a research project directed...
Endocrine Society’s Scientific Statement examines challenges of managing obesity Whether you pick low-carb, low fat or another diet plan, scientific research indicates each can help some people achieve modest long-term weight loss with potential improvement in health risks, according to the Scientific Statement the Endocrine Society issued today on managing obesity. The authors found the...
Endocrine Society analysis identifies hypoglycemia as an ongoing gap in diabetes care New research from the Endocrine Society and Avalere Health finds that clinicians lack the resources to identify, assess and manage patients who are at a high risk of developing hypoglycemia, or episodes of dangerously low blood sugar. The analysis was published in The Journal...
A new study shows that heavier adolescents may have an increased risk of succumbing to a cardiovascular event death in middle age. What can be done earlier in life to forestall these events and should researchers take another look at what constitutes an ideal body mass index for kids? February is American Heart Month 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.
A new study shows that heavier adolescents may have an increased risk of succumbing to a cardiovascular event death in middle age. What can be done earlier in life to forestall these events and should researchers take another look at what constitutes an ideal body mass index for kids? February is American Heart Month and...
