LINTHICUM HEIGHTS

Studies Show Diabetes Medicine Can Cause Urologic Complications

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Sunday, May 5, 2024
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Researchers will present their study findings covering important updates on diabetes medicine and urologic complications in San Antonio, Texas, from May 3 to 6.

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  • Researchers will present their study findings covering important updates on diabetes medicine and urologic complications in San Antonio, Texas, from May 3 to 6.
  • “These meds are increasingly popular due to their ability to lower cardiovascular events and the risk of end stage renal disease.
  • They are now first line therapies for diabetes management in patients with cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease and heart failure,” said Dr. Inouye.
  • All three of these talks discuss the urologic sequelae we see in our clinics.”
    The following abstracts are covered in the moderated panel:

Research Presented at AUA 2024 Indicates the Cost of Prescription Drugs Is A Significant Barrier To Care

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Sunday, May 5, 2024
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Researchers will present their study findings covering important updates on the cost of care in San Antonio, Texas, from May 3 to 6.

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  • Researchers will present their study findings covering important updates on the cost of care in San Antonio, Texas, from May 3 to 6.
  • Ruchika Talwar, MD, urologist and clinical instructor in the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine’s Department of Urology, moderated a virtual press session with the abstract authors, providing key insights into their research.
  • “The more we highlight and disseminate these findings, the more we can make both urologists and patients aware of the resources that exist to help mitigate the financial burden of prescription drugs,” said Dr. Talwar.
  • To arrange an interview with an expert, please contact the AUA Communications Team at [email protected].

Research Demonstrates How Technology and AI Can Improve Urologic Health

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Sunday, May 5, 2024
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Researchers will present their study findings covering important updates on technology in San Antonio, Texas, from May 3 to 6.

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  • Researchers will present their study findings covering important updates on technology in San Antonio, Texas, from May 3 to 6.
  • Jacob Taylor, MD, urologic oncology fellow at UT Southwestern Medical Center, moderated a virtual press session with the abstract authors, providing key insights into their research.
  • “This is all very exciting data and new technology that is already here and being used with patients,” said Dr. Taylor.
  • “I think these studies will improve patient care for a wide range of the most common urologic conditions.”
    The following abstracts are covered in the moderated panel:

Studies Show Continued Efficacy of New UTI Vaccine

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Saturday, May 4, 2024
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SAN ANTONIO, May 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Abstracts being presented at the American Urological Association's Annual Meeting discuss a new urinary tract infection (UTI) treatment as well as the UTI implications of weight management drugs.

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  • SAN ANTONIO, May 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Abstracts being presented at the American Urological Association's Annual Meeting discuss a new urinary tract infection (UTI) treatment as well as the UTI implications of weight management drugs.
  • Researchers will present their study findings covering important updates on UTI in San Antonio, Texas, from May 3 to 6.
  • “Fifty percent of women develop a urinary tract infection in their lifetime and a quarter will experience recurrent infections.
  • Treating this can be challenging for the patient and for providers,” said Dr. Lee.

Studies Presented at AUA 2024 Highlight Latest Research on Voiding Dysfunction and BPH

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Saturday, May 4, 2024
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Researchers will present their study findings covering important updates on sexual function in San Antonio, TX, from May 3 to 6.

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  • Researchers will present their study findings covering important updates on sexual function in San Antonio, TX, from May 3 to 6.
  • Charles Welliver, MD, director of men’s health in the Division of Urology at Albany Medical College, moderated a virtual press session with the abstract authors, providing key insights into their research.
  • “In this panel we talk about very common problems that affect all men and women throughout the United States,” said Dr. Welliver “We look at a variety of high yield interesting questions about both prostate cancer prevention to dementia risks associated with medications.”
    The following abstracts are covered in the moderated panel:

Studies Find Erectile Dysfunction Commercial Bias Is More Prevalent On TikTok Than YouTube

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Saturday, May 4, 2024
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SAN ANTONIO, May 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Abstracts being presented at the American Urological Association's Annual Meeting discuss how urologists need to continue to remain relevant on social media to counteract misinformation and commercial bias on erectile dysfunction.

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  • SAN ANTONIO, May 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Abstracts being presented at the American Urological Association's Annual Meeting discuss how urologists need to continue to remain relevant on social media to counteract misinformation and commercial bias on erectile dysfunction.
  • Researchers will present their study findings covering important updates on sexual function in San Antonio, TX, from May 3 to 6.
  • Petar Bajic, MD, urologist and director of men’s health at the Cleveland Clinic, moderated a virtual press session with the abstract authors, providing key insights into their research.
  • “We also are going to see how bariatric surgery for obese patients may have an impact on their sex lives.”
    The following abstracts are covered in the moderated panel:

The National Fire Sprinkler Association's Class of 2024: Honoring Fire Sprinkler Industry Greats

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Friday, May 3, 2024
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The Golden Sprinkler Award is NFSA’s highest honor and is presented each year to an individual who has dedicated their career to promoting the fire sprinkler concept and advancing the fire sprinkler industry.

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  • The Golden Sprinkler Award is NFSA’s highest honor and is presented each year to an individual who has dedicated their career to promoting the fire sprinkler concept and advancing the fire sprinkler industry.
  • NFSA’s 2024 Hall of Fame inductees have contributed nearly all their working lives and beyond to improving the fire sprinkler industry.
  • These inductees have given all of their professional lives to the fire sprinkler industry and they have all supported NFSA beyond description.
  • The Association is an inclusive organization made up of dedicated and committed members of a progressive lifesaving industry.

Studies Find Disparities in Urologic Cancer Diagnosis and Care for Black Americans

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Friday, May 3, 2024
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Researchers will present their study findings covering disparities and urologic cancer in San Antonio, TX, from May 3 to 6.

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  • Researchers will present their study findings covering disparities and urologic cancer in San Antonio, TX, from May 3 to 6.
  • Adam Weiner, MD, urologist at UCLA Health, moderated a virtual press session with the abstract authors, providing key insights into their research.
  • “These abstracts stood out in terms of relevance and potential impact for the urology field,” said Dr. Weiner.
  • “We have examples of ecological studies, retrospective cohort studies, and qualitative studies that all aim to highlight and address disparities in urological cancer outcomes.”
    The following abstracts are covered in the moderated panel:

Research Presented at AUA 2024 Indicates Vasectomies Have Increased Since Dobbs Decision

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Friday, May 3, 2024
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SAN ANTONIO, May 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Abstracts presented at the American Urological Association's Annual Meeting show increased vasectomy consults and procedures since the Dobbs decision in 2022.

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  • SAN ANTONIO, May 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Abstracts presented at the American Urological Association's Annual Meeting show increased vasectomy consults and procedures since the Dobbs decision in 2022.
  • Researchers will present policy and practice implications of the Dobbs decision study findings in San Antonio, Texas, from May 3 to 6.
  • Justin Dubin, MD, men’s health specialist at Memorial Healthcare System in South Florida, moderated a virtual press session with the abstract authors, providing key insights into their research.
  • “In this panel, you will learn about the impact the overturning of Roe vs. Wade had on the male partner and the role of vasectomy in men and potentially couples.”
    The following abstracts are covered in the moderated panel:

Studies Indicate Environmental Factors Can Impact Urologic Health

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Friday, May 3, 2024
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Researchers will present environmental and urological health study findings in San Antonio, Texas, from May 3 to 6.

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  • Researchers will present environmental and urological health study findings in San Antonio, Texas, from May 3 to 6.
  • Stacy Loeb, MD, Urology and Population Health professor at NYU Langone Health, moderated a virtual press session with the abstract authors, providing key insights into their research.
  • “It’s great that these studies are happening so we can get a better sense of how some of these environmental factors may affect things like fertility and urological cancer risk,” said Dr. Loeb.
  • It sounds like, in these cases, more studies are needed to follow up on these findings on an individual level.”
    The following abstracts are covered in the moderated panel: