The endocrine system comprises glands and tissues that produce hormones to regulate and coordinate vital bodily functions. This article â the last in an eight-part series â discusses the secondary ...

When these hormones become imbalanced, it can lead to the development of an endocrine disorder. “An endocrine disorder occurs when your body produces either too much or too little of a particular ...

New research suggests PFAS may be affecting women's endocrine systems.

(Beyond Pesticides, September 10, 2021) Research conducted in Thailand shows that exposures to pesticides, even at low levels, can impact the human endocrine system and distort thyroid function. The ...

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Data from this cross-sectional study show that exposure to single and mixtures of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) was associated with higher odds of endocrine disruption (ED) ...