The Endocrine Society and The Hormone Foundation will hold a one-day Science Writers Conference to educate the media on the importance of the endocrine system in relation to overall health. The endocrine system is often overlooked by the media when addressing health issues, although it is intricately linked to all major body systems. Leading researchers will discuss controversial issues such as:

• Anabolic steroids
• Sexual orientation: Nature vs. Nurture
• Superior diets
• Women's Health Initiative

WHEN:
December 1, 2005
9:00am 3:00pm EST

WHERE:
Hilton Times Square
234 West 42nd St.
New York, NY 10036

Media are invited to attend at no charge, however space is limited

LET ME IN:
Contact Meghan Norville or David Harrison for more information and registration forms.

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Contact: Tadu Yimam
Media@endo-society.org
301-941-0251
The Endocrine Society & The Hormone Foundation
28-Oct-2005

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