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Metabolic bone disease in cirrhosis patients
Long-standing liver disease has long been recognized to result in fragile bones with increased risk of fractures. In various international studies, the overall incidence has varied from 11% to 48%, with a fracture rate of 3%-44%.   view more (2009-08-10)

Changes in sex steroids associated with menopause
A study in the Oct. 1 issue of the journal Sleep shows that the increased rate of follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) change that occurs during menopause is associated with increased objective sleep duration but poor subjective sleep quality.   view more (2008-10-01)

Vitamin E, selenium and soy in combination does not prevent prostate cancer
The combination therapy of vitamin E, selenium and soy does not prevent the progression from high-grade prostatic intraepithelial neoplasia (HGPIN) to prostate cancer, according to the new research presented at the 104th Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Urological Association (AUA).   view more (2009-04-27)

First proof that polycystic ovarian syndrome is more than twice as common in lesbian women
Researchers have found the first evidence that a common cause of infertility in women is more prevalent amongst lesbians than heterosexuals[1], and they suggest that the biochemical disorder associated with the condition might contribute to the women's sexual orientation. Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is the commonest cause of ovarian... view more... (2003-06-27)

Hormone Linked To Obesity Plays Positive Role In Fertility & Possibly Also Male Arousal
Researchers in the University of Warwick's Department of Biological Sciences have found that a hormone associated with obesity is actually also very active in the male genitals where it plays a key role in male fertility and may even influence the erection response in male sexual arousal. The research, published today (Tuesday 6th April 2004) in... view more... (2004-04-06)

Significant research to be presented this month at major international hormone meeting.
The British Endocrine Societies 20th Joint Meeting takes place at the Waterfront Hall in Belfast from 26-29 March 2001. New and important research will be presented at this major medical and scientific event. We have attached a press release covering the following:  Stem-cell research offers possible cure for diabetes. Identification of... view more... (2001-03-19)

Gene discovery opens door to tackling disease
Western Australian researchers have discovered a new gene that could lead to breakthroughs in breast and prostate cancer, as well as diabetes.   view more (2006-06-09)

Markers of PCOS inherited, persist and raise risk for heart disease, diabetes
Menstrual irregularity and unhealthy metabolic traits associated with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are inherited and persist with age, putting women with PCOS at a high risk for cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes.   view more (2006-04-18)

Erectile dysfunction related to sleep apnea may persist, but is treatable
For sufferers of sleep apnea, erectile dysfunction (ED) is often part of the package. New research indicates that ED in cases of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) may be linked to the chronic intermittent hypoxia-oxygen deprivation- (CIH) that patients with OSAS experience during episodes of obstructed breathing.   view more (2008-09-12)

Soy found protective against localized prostate cancer
The largest study examining the relationship between the traditional soy-rich Japanese diet and development of prostate cancer in Japanese men has come to a seemingly contradictory conclusion: intake of isoflavone chemicals, derived largely from soy foods, decreased the risk of localized prostate cancer but increased the risk of advanced prostate... view more... (2007-03-16)

Relationship between prostate information and lower urinary-tract symptoms evident
In the December issue of European Urology (http://www.elsevier.com/locate/eururo) Dr. Curtis Nickel and associates report on the evidence of a relationship between prostate inflammation and lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in men enrolled in the REDUCE trial.   view more (2008-11-13)

US prostate cancer deaths down one third in men aged 50-74: Europe following?
Copenhagen, Denmark: New findings presented today (Tuesday 23 September) at ECCO 12 - The European Cancer Conference, show that US prostate cancer mortality rates, which had been increasing slowly during the 1970s and 1980s, suddenly started to fall rapidly during the 1990s.   view more (2003-09-21)

Oral wounds heal slower in women, older adults, study finds
Wounds in the mouth heal more slowly in women and older adults, a new study at the University of Illinois at Chicago reveals.   view more (2007-02-01)

Neuroendocrinology Congress June 19—22 to report new research on brain, hormones, behavior
New clinical and basic science research findings focusing on the interaction between hormones and the brain and its influence on behavior will be presented for the first time at the 6th International Congress of Neuroendocrinology (ICN 2006) in Pittsburgh from June 19 to 22.   view more (2006-06-06)

Zebrafish enable scientists to study the migration of neurons that enable sexual maturity
Scientists are watching a small group of neurons that enable sexual maturity and fertility make a critical journey: from where they form, near the developing nose, to deep inside the brain.   view more (2008-06-05)

Chemistry & Industry - 17 June Issue
NEWS Rapid diagnosis while you wait (page 6) A device that can diagnose breast cancer within minutes is being developed by scientists at the University of Dundee, UK. Ear cartilage offers cancer hope (page 7) Replacement testicles that can deliver testosterone for several months have been made from ear cells by scientists in the US. Testicles lost... view more... (2002-06-12)

Human testis harbors HIV-1 in resident immune cells
Researchers have demonstrated HIV replication within resident immune cells of the testis, providing an explanation for the persistence of virus in semen even after effective highly active antiretroviral therapy.   view more (2006-11-27)

Horphag's Prelox provides over-the-counter solution
For couples worldwide, erectile dysfunction (ED) is one of the leading contributors to a man's inability to perform. As millions of men in America each year look for a solution, many seek alternative treatments to prescription medications and surgery that may have dangerous side effects.   view more (2007-12-04)

Menopausal complaints in women -and men!
Men can also evince menopausal complaints. As many as one third of a group of men over the age of 55 reported that they experienced sweating and hot flashes, according to a researcher at Linköping University in Sweden. Another member of the same research team has found that acupuncture often alleviates women’s menopausal symptoms.   view more (2002-12-20)

Fetal study highlights impact of stress on male fertility
Exposure to a combination of excess stress hormones and chemicals while in the womb could affect a man's fertility in later life, a study suggests.   view more (2009-10-22)
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