The HCPLive endocrinology page is a comprehensive resource for clinical news and insights on endocrine system conditions. This page consists of interviews, articles, podcasts, and videos on the research, treatment and development of therapies for diabetes, hormonal disease, and more.
September 18th 2024
The FDA has approved the Eversense 365, the world’s first 1-year continuous glucose monitor, with US availability expected in late 2024.
September 7th 2024
HCPLive Endocrinology's flagship diabetes podcast, hosted by Diana Isaacs, PharmD, and Natalie Bellini, DNP
Working to Improve Care for Transgender Youth
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.
Explaining the Link Between Diabetes, Anxiety, and Depression
March 11th 2015Researchers from Joslin Diabetes Center at Harvard Medical School may have uncovered an explanation for why patients with diabetes are more likely to develop anxiety and depression than patients with other chronic conditions requiring similar levels of management.
Testosterone Replacement Therapy Not Associated with Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Events in Men
March 9th 2015Study results show that men with stable coronary heart disease or acute coronary syndrome who received testosterone replacement therapy did not experience higher rates of major adverse cardiovascular events than men who did not receive testosterone replacement therapy.
Using Dogs to Detect Thyroid Cancer And Beyond
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.
Effect of Testosterone and Estradiol on Cardiovascular Disease Risk in Men
March 8th 2015Study results presented at ENDO 2015 suggest that some risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease are regulated by testosterone and estradiol, others (such as changes in LDL cholesterol and blood pressure) are not.
Comparing Bone Loss and Weight Loss Associated with Gastric Bypass and Gastric Banding Surgeries
March 8th 2015Researchers report that weight loss and increases in bone turnover were greater after one year among patients who underwent Roux-en-Y gastric bypass compared to patients who had laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding procedures.
Medication Insert Provides Lifesaving Chance for Patients
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.
Metabolic Syndrome and Nut Consumption Linked in Adolescents
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.
Weighing the Risks of Quitting Smoking and Obesity
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.