Adam Hochron

As the prevalence of prostate cancer continues to grow, researchers continue to look at ways to tackle the many forms of the condition.

Like most medical fields endocrinology has seen changes in doctor recruitment, patient relationships, and overall care. The future of the field is discussed by the president of the Endocrine Society

Many male patients with low to moderate levels of testosterone are being diagnosed with depression more often these days. The question then for healthcare professionals becomes how best to treat them.

Childhood can be a stressful enough time without the impact of outside influences and other factors. Healthcare professionals around the country are working to ensure that young gender dysphoria patients get the care and help they need in their process.

Medical research is learning new ways to use the gut microbiota every day. From gastroenterology to oncology there are constantly new ideas on how it can help improve a patient's health.

For couples attempting to conceive there are often many questions for why they experience infertility. A recent study looked at what role lifestyle changes for the man can have on successful conception.

Estrogen and its affect on women may be well known, but the impact it has on men is not quite as well established a recent study took a closer look on what it can mean for men's health.

While many people think all fat is created equal, making the transition from "white fat" to "brown fat can help a patient lose weight under properly monitored conditions.

There are many factors which can contribute to a patient suffering from heart failure. Recent research looked at more specific risk factors for the condition and how it can help with future patient treatment.

Chemicals used many years ago still present issues for the environment today. The secret, according to a recent study, is learning from those lessons to ensure a better future for generations to come.

Man's best friend is being used for many things in the medical arena, from detecting low blood sugar to helping visually impaired patients get around in their daily life. In the near future, the furry friends could have even more uses particularly in the field of oncology.

With many of the most dangerous endocrine interruptors long since out of use, the question of how to ensure the health of future generations becomes an important discussion.

When a 45-year-old patient came to the emergency room with abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, there could have been any number of diagnoses that needed treatment. In the end, reading an insert in a new medication made all the difference in her recovery.

Due to allergy concerns and changing dietary habits, children (particularly adolescents) are consuming fewer nuts. Some researchers are concerned that the lack of this key food could contribute to other health issues later in life.

Using a variety of tests, researchers were able to find a link between the exposure to phthalates and flame retardants and autism in children.

There are many possible approaches to helping overweight and obese patients. A recent study suggests one possible approach in this work could be mindfulness-based stress reduction.

There are many ways to approach the problem of obesity. One new option is group therapy, bringing together many facets of treatment.

One of the major concerns of people considering quitting smoking is whether they will gain weight. A new study has shown that may not need to be a concern and that the overall benefits to their health can outweigh the risks.

For many years expectant mothers have been told to avoid smoking. A new study reinforces those lessons and also shows the potential complications of secondhand smoke.

There are many factors that go into determining a child's IQ but a recent study determined that the health of a mother's thyroid could play at least a small part in that overall process.

As more diabetes drugs hit the market there are natural safety questions that come with these prescriptions. In recent years the US Food and Drug Administration has worked to increase the steps taken to ensure the safety of these drugs.

As the Chikungunya virus increasingly gains awareness, more is being learned about treatment of the tic born disease including how it interacts with other pre-existing medical issues.

Doctors treating patients with osteoarthritis may need to look no higher than their ceilings to see the inspiration behind the newest diagnostic tool.

In many states the sale of electronic cigarettes is not as regulated as the more traditional method making it an option for many young potential users.

When grass allergies are at their peak patients are usually at their lowest when forced to go outside. An early study looked at the role of immunotherapy in helping patients in the future.

introducing peanuts to children at a young age could prevent the development of allergies.

Equipment used for endoscopic procedures believed to be cause of infections.

Paul V. Williams, MD, chair of the 2015 AAAAI annual meeting planning committee, discusses key presentations and features attendees should watch for at this year's event.

Researchers in the United Kingdom may have found a gene that could provide clues for the development of better treatment options for psoriatic arthritis (PsA) patients in the future.

There are new tools being developed everyday to help patients and healthcare professionals diagnose a wide variety of conditions. One recent study looked at the compliance levels achieved by a patch that can be used to help check a patient's heart health.