Hormones & Health Science Writers Conference Presented by The Endocrine Society

The Endocrine Society will assemble a panel of leading physicians and researchers for a one-day seminar entitled “Myths and Misperceptions,” challenging many basic understandings and assumptions associated with several high-profile medical conditions and treatments.  An in-depth examination of the intricate connection between hormones and health will be provided around the following topics:

• Endocrine Disruptors: Are plastics killing us?  What risks are reasonable?
• Impact on reproductive endocrinology Powerpoint, mp3
• Impact on obesity Powerpoint, mp3
• Vitamin D: Is this the new miracle hormone? Powerpoint, mp3
• Weight Loss Surgery: Does it really cure diabetes? Does it have any long-term risks? Powerpoint, mp3
  
• Hormone Replacement Therapy: Patches, pills, sprays and gels: Do they work? Are they safe? Powerpoint, mp3
  
• Pediatric Obesity: Fat for life? Powerpoint, mp3
  

Where
Grand Hyatt New York
Imperial Conference Room, Third Floor
109 East 42nd Street
New York, NY 10017

For questions and additional information, contact:

Aaron Lohr
Manager, Media Relations
The Endocrine Society
8401 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 900
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Main: 301-941-0200
Direct: 240-482-1380
alohr@endo-society.org