“When gadolinium is injected into the body, most of it – as much as 98% – is excreted by the kidneys within 24 hours. A bit more leaves the body via feces. If a patient’s kidneys aren’t working well, gadolinium can build up in the body & cause problems.” bit.ly/2wQx1Wt

“Many medications, whether prescribed or found over the counter, can cause psychiatric symptoms,” says Shiyun Kim, PharmD, a clinical assistant professor at the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System. bit.ly/2WpXlRC

“With gaps in the regulation of dietary supplements, products have proliferated and now represent a multibillion-dollar industry.” bit.ly/2WoeQkV

"If there’s a rare disease, there’s likely a patient advocacy group for it. But the way many are funded raises questions about drug companies’ role in them." A 2017 blog post from DES Action Director Su Robotti is no less relevant two years later. bit.ly/2wIEA13

"If your health care provider orders an MRI, ask these three questions to get the information you need to make an informed decision." bit.ly/2wQx1Wt

“If you find yourself feeling on edge for no apparent reason while taking a cold medicine or diuretic, you most likely wouldn’t connect the two. However, anxiety happens to be just one of many mood-altering symptoms that can be brought on by certain meds.” bit.ly/2WpXlRC

Pregnant women who take an antifungal medication used to treat vaginal yeast infections are at a higher risk of having a miscarriage compared to women not taking the drug. bit.ly/2WtJnTj

By studying the DES-exposed and their offspring group, scientists can see what a single endocrine disruptor can — and did — do. From this group’s experience, we are learning about the risks from all the other endocrine disruptors. bit.ly/31e9gFr

"When gadolinium is injected into the body, most of it – as much as 98% – is excreted by the kidneys within 24 hours. A bit more leaves the body via feces. If a patient’s kidneys aren’t working well, gadolinium can build up in the body and cause problems." bit.ly/2wQx1Wt

"If there’s a rare disease, there’s likely a patient advocacy group for it. But the way many are funded raises questions about drug companies’ role in them." A 2017 blog post from DES Action Director Su Robotti is still relevant today. bit.ly/2wIEA13

“Keep in mind that some medications can be stopped abruptly, while others need to be tapered to prevent further adverse effects/ Your provider can make the best decision with you.” bit.ly/2WpXlRC

“When gadolinium is injected into the body, most of it – as much as 98% – is excreted by the kidneys within 24 hours. A bit more leaves the body via feces. If a patient’s kidneys aren’t working well, gadolinium can build up in the body and cause problems.” bit.ly/2wQx1Wt

“With gaps in the regulation of dietary supplements, products have proliferated and now represent a multibillion-dollar industry.” bit.ly/2WoeQkV

If you find yourself feeling on edge for no apparent reason while taking a cold medicine or diuretic, you most likely wouldn’t connect the two. However, anxiety happens to be just one of many mood-altering symptoms that can be brought on by certain meds. bit.ly/2WpXlRC

A 2014 scientific paper that showed evidence of gadolinium deposits in the brain, years after scans, ignited concern about the long-term safety of GBCAs. In 2015, the FDA issued a public safety alert and called for more scientific study. bit.ly/2wQx1Wt

“What many are not aware of is that all herbs contain biologically active compounds that can interact with other drugs patients are on, creating potentially harmful side effects.” bit.ly/2WoeQkV

Keep in mind that some medications can be stopped abruptly, while others need to be tapered to prevent further adverse effects/ Your provider can make the best decision with you. bit.ly/2WpXlRC

There's a lot of news lately about antibody testing for COVID-19. What do these tests mean? How accurate are they? Should you get one? Here's a nice explainer on those questions and more. nytimes.com/article/antibo…

There's a lot of news lately about antibody testing for COVID-19. What do these tests mean? How accurate are they? Should you get one? Here's a nice explainer on those questions and more. nyti.ms/3f5CwVM

DES Action USA would like to share a message from Executive Director Suzanne Robotti. Endocrine Society Lown Institute National Center for Health Research