The HCPLive conference coverage page features articles, videos, and expert-led live coverage from major medical meetings throughout the year.
Impact of Medication Adherence on Diabetic Patients
Chronic illness treatment typically involves some level of long-term use of pharmacotherapy. While these medications may prove efficacious in contesting the disease, their full benefits often go unmet, because nearly 50% of patients do not to take the medications as prescribed.
Endocrine Society President Discusses Current State and Future of the Field
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
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.
NYU to Highlight 'Fascinating' Research at ACC Conference
March 10th 2015The American College of Cardiology conference in San Diego, CA will feature some of the biggest heart health news from around the world during its annual meeting March 14-16. Among the presentations will be several from doctors and researchers at New York University.
ACC Meeting Preview: Changing the Practice of Cardiology
The American College of Cardiology 2015 Annual Scientific Session and Expo is set to begin March 14 in San Diego, CA. MD Magazine's editorial and video team will be there to provide breaking news, physician interviews, and analysis of the 3-day event. Some of the studies presented will likely change the practice of cardiology. Here's a preview.
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.