ICE/ECE 2012 in the news (2)

Over-active thyroid glands increase the risk of developing an irregular heart beat (AlphaGalileo, 7 May 2012)

Researchers from Denmark look into associations between thyroid hormone levels and the development of atrial fibrillation. OC11.2, Abstract

Increased bodyweight after stopping smoking may be due to changes in insulin secretion (AlphaGalileo, 7 May 2012)

Austrian scientists present their work looking at appetite, insulin and other hormone levels in smokers on a smoking cessation programme. OC12.3, Abstract

Gene switch in premature births may link to thyroid disease (AlphaGalileo, y May 2012)

A study by an Italian team investigates epigenetic factors in premature births and congenital hypothyroidism. OC15.4, Abstract

Eating fast increases diabetes risk (Science Daily, 7 May 2012)

A study from Lithuania identifies eating speed as an independent risk factor for type 2 diabetes. OC12.6, Abstract