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Harvey Cushing's attempt at the first human pituitary transplantation
Management. The patient was treated with whole-gland pituitary extract, which improved his symptoms only temporarily. Cushing transplanted a pituitary gland obtained from a spontaneously aborted ...
Despite what you learned at school, insulin isn’t just made in the pancreas
One of the first brain cells shown to make insulin is the neurogliaform cell. These live in a brain area important for ...
Doctor explains health risk of drinking too much water that can be dangerous
A doctor has taken to TikTok to explain why some people may find that the more water they drink, the thirstier they become - ...
Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency (PGHD) 101
With early diagnosis and appropriate treatment, children with GHD can achieve improved growth outcomes and lead healthy lives ...
Doctor warns drinking too much fluid can make you more thirsty and comes with risk
A doctor has issued a health warning to those who drink excessive amounts of water but find themselves becoming more thirsty, ...
Stop telling me to lower my cortisol - it's making me stressed!
Social media is awash with claims it can help us destress and lower cortisol levels – but experts warn against these "quick ...
Research, patient advocacy aim to fill the gaps in women’s health
Gaps exist in research and knowledge about women's health, according to medical professionals, and it is both additional ...
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Physicians, researchers and patients work to improve women’s health
Gaps exist in research and knowledge about women's health, according to medical professionals, and it is both additional ...
Can Tracking Your Cortisol Help Your Health?
Cortisol is a hormone that plays an active role in metabolic health, blood pressure control and immune response. But, perhaps what cortisol is most known for is its handling of stress.