HealthAugust 17, 2026

endocrinology

en-duh-kruh-NAH-luh-jee

Definition

The branch of medicine and biology dealing with the endocrine system, its diseases, and its secretions (hormones).

Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'endon' (within) and 'krinein' (to separate or secrete), combined with '-logy' (study of). It refers to the study of glands that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream.

In the news

The article mentions that recent presentations at major endocrinology conferences have highlighted benefits of hormone therapy beyond brain health, such as bone density preservation. This frames the study within the broader medical specialty dedicated to hormonal balance.

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