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We're looking forward to the 60th anniversary of the EASD Annual Meeting 2024, which is taking place in Madrid between 9-13 September 2024. Promising attendees an opportunity to explore the latest technologies, treatments, and products in the field of diabetes, we are ...
The European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) is set to host its 60th Annual Meeting from 9 to 13 September 2024, in Madrid, Spain. This milestone marks a significant moment in the history of diabetes research and care, showcasing the growth and achievements of the EASD Annual Meeting, now the largest diabetes conference in the world.
We're excited to introduce a new series of expert Q&As featuring members of the touchREVIEWS in Endocrinology editorial board and faculty. In this series, they will share key career milestones, offer valuable advice for aspiring future leaders, and provide forward-looking insights into their areas of expertise.
A recent study published in the BMJ has revealed a startling increase in the global prevalence of older individuals living with Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM). Over the past three decades, the number of people aged 65 and older with T1DM has surged by 180%, underscoring the urgent need for enhanced healthcare strategies and resources for this demographic.
‘Closed-loop’ systems mark a significant advancement in managing type 1 diabetes. These systems which continuously monitor glucose levels and automatically deliver insulin through a pump, help many individuals with type 1 diabetes maintain optimal glucose levels with greater ease. In this episode, we explore the progress, challenges and impact of these innovative technologies with Endocrinology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Dr Diana Isaacs, and highlight their future potential.
The European Association for the Study of Obesity (EASO) has introduced a new framework for the diagnosis, staging and management of obesity in adults.
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) 84th Scientific Sessions took place in Orlando, Florida from 21–24 June, offering a wealth of updates and new data in diabetes and related specialties. The touchENDOCRINOLOGY team monitored the event on X to track the trending topics under #ADA2024.
Members of the endocrinology community gathered in Stockholm, Sweden, for the 26th European Congress of Endocrinology (ECE 2024), eager to explore the latest advancements and exchange knowledge and insights. Here are some of the standout abstracts that captured our attention:
Watch leading experts Prof. Moshe Phillip, Dr Sandro Loche and Prof. Antonio de Arriba discuss challenges in growth hormone disease management, and how digital health tools and data analytics can support HCPs and improve outcomes for patients.
As part of our campaign around World Menopause Day, an important initiative from the International Menopause Society to raise awareness of the menopause and the support options available for improving health and wellbeing. Here at Touch Medical Media we pride ...
Here at Touch Medical Media we have been working to build an awareness and understanding of the menopause across our organisation, as well as to improve the support available for those experiencing menopause in the workplace. As such, we are ...
This opinion piece introduces a novel concept termed as “wellness endocrinology”. Wellness endocrinology can be defined as the discipline which utilizes knowledge of endocrine physiology and pharmacology to ensure optimal biopsychosocial health for the population at large. The authors describe ...
“It is difficult to evaluate what did not happen.” – Academician, LV Gromashevsky The COVID-19 pandemic may be considered the first global health catastrophe in the past 100 years, since it has affected not only economic, political and medical paradigms, but also ...
I work in a semi-rural practice in South-West Scotland, in one of three practices based in a purpose-built medical centre. As with most NHS general practices we are furnished with relatively outdated computer hardware and old software. Our practice, however, ...
Dr Sudhir Bansal is an internist with a solo practice specializing in endocrinology. Like others in this field, he has been dealing with the professional and personal changes precipitated by the coronavirus pandemic. What follows are his observations in response ...
COVID-19 has become one of the greatest challenges in medical history, and the rapid development and approval of effective and safe treatments is essential to minimise the loss of lives during the pandemic. Given the urgency of finding effective strategies, ...
Alan J Sinclair1,2 and Angus Forbes2 1. Foundation for Diabetes Research in Older People, Diabetes Frail Ltd, Droitwich Spa, UK 2. Kings College London, Diabetes Clinical Research, London, UK Diabetes is a highly comorbid and complex illness in ageing societies with ...
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the outbreak of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) a pandemic. Older people and people with pre-existing medical conditions (such as poorly-controlled diabetes) appear to be more vulnerable to becoming severely ill with this ...
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