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Meet the Director: Griffin P. Rodgers, M.D., National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
How does an expert on blood diseases become the head of a “diabetes institute”? That’s a question Griffin P. Rodgers,...
Meet the Director, Diabetes
By the numbers: Ovarian cancer
Up to 25% of ovarian cancers result from inherited mutations in certain genes. Using birth control pills for five or more...
Ovarian Cancer
Fast facts about hypothyroidism
Nearly 5% of Americans over the age of 12 have hypothyroidism. It is most common in women. Hashimoto's disease is a...
Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism vs. hyperthyroidism: What’s the difference?
Hypothyroidism (or underactive thyroid) When your thyroid gland doesn't make enough thyroid hormone May cause weight gain, constipation, slowed...
Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism research: A long-term effort
Hypothyroidism can be a complicated disease on its own and require daily medication in most cases and surgery in more...
Hypothyroidism
New drug may slow or prevent type 1 diabetes
A recent study has found that a drug may delay the start of type 1 diabetes in people who are high...
Type 1 Diabetes
Why the internet can’t diagnose your thyroid problem
Nearly five out of 100 Americans over the age of 12 have hypothyroidism, or an underactive thyroid. Because the condition is common,...
Hypothyroidism
Ali Palmer’s new perspective on beauty
Ali Palmer has always been active. She has a small, athletic build and even worked at a fitness studio during...
New study finds another good reason to wear a mask
We know that when we wear a face mask, we protect ourselves and others from the virus that causes COVID-19....
Personal Story
Turning things around: An 18-year-old’s inspiring advice for managing type 2 diabetes
Chris Davenport is only 18, but he understands how hard it can be to improve your health when you're also...
Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, Personal Story
Finding her voice: A teacher’s heartburn experience
For nearly 20 years, Laurie Hayes struggled with losing her voice. The preschool teacher, who once sang in local bands, never...
Heartburn, Personal Story