Tag: gut health

The medical community remains deeply polarized over the management of low testosterone in the context of obesity, a dilemma that will take center stage at ENDO 2026 in Chicago. On Sunday, June 14, two of the world’s foremost experts in andrology will engage in a high-stakes debate titled "Low Testosterone in Obesity: Should We Treat…

A landmark study published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism has identified a significant breakthrough in the treatment of male endocrine health, revealing that continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy can effectively restore testosterone levels in men suffering from severe obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS). This finding is particularly notable because the hormonal…

Dr. Rok Herman, a medical doctor and internal medicine resident at the University Medical Centre Ljubljana in Slovenia, has been officially recognized for his pioneering contributions to metabolic research during the ENDO 2026 annual meeting in Chicago, Illinois. The Endocrine Society presented Dr. Herman with the 2026 C. Wayne Bardin, MD, International Travel Award, a…

Insulet Corporation, a global leader in tubeless insulin pump technology, has announced a landmark partnership with Calm, the world’s leading mental health platform, to address the psychological and emotional challenges inherent in managing diabetes. This collaboration represents the first time a medical technology firm has integrated bespoke mindfulness content specifically designed for the diabetes community…

Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Crinetics Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced on July 6 that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Vertex will acquire Crinetics for $85.00 per share in cash. The transaction, valued at a total equity value of approximately $10.0 billion, or approximately $8.8 billion net of estimated cash acquired, represents a significant…

Primary Hyperparathyroidism is a condition characterized by the overproduction of parathyroid hormone (PTH) by one or more of the parathyroid glands. This hormonal excess leads to elevated levels of calcium in the blood (hypercalcemia), which can result in a variety of systemic complications, including osteoporosis, kidney stones, and cardiovascular issues. While surgery remains the definitive…

On July 15, a coalition of the nation’s leading medical and advocacy organizations, led by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), the Society for Women’s Health Research (SWHR), and the Women First Research Coalition (WFRC), formally introduced the National Strategy to Close the Women’s Health Gap. This comprehensive framework represents a historic call…

The recent Excellence in Clinical Endocrinology Leadership (EXCEL) meeting, hosted by the Endocrine Society at its headquarters in Washington, D.C., served as a pivotal forum for discussing the intersection of clinical expertise and the preservation of humanity in medicine. Dr. Milay Luis Lam, Division Chief and Medical Director at Meritus Endocrinology, attended the spring gathering…

The field of endocrinology is currently undergoing a period of rapid transformation, driven by a new generation of researchers and clinicians who are redefining the boundaries of metabolic science. As the Endocrine Society transitions from its flagship annual meeting, ENDO 2026, held in Chicago, the focus has shifted to the emerging voices within the community.…

The Endocrine Society has officially confirmed that its premier annual meeting, ENDO 2026, will be held in Chicago, Illinois, from June 13 to June 16, 2026. As the world’s leading event for endocrine research and clinical care, the conference is expected to draw thousands of clinicians, researchers, and industry professionals from across the globe. The…