Rachael Beairsto

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Rachael Beairsto is a medical editor with Haymarket Media, Inc, overseeing all things related to hormone health at Endocrinology Advisor. She holds a BS in biology from Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts. Prior to joining Haymarket in 2018, Rachael worked at Ogilvy in a healthcare communications role and at Sanofi in a market research group supporting the marketing of established medications within the biosurgery and renal disease spaces.

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News

Comorbidity Burden May Increase After Binge Eating Disorder Diagnosis

Rachael Beairsto

October 16, 2019

Patients may be at risk for increased comorbidity burden after a diagnosis of binge eating disorder.

Medicine

Preventing Progression to ASCVD and T2D: An Endocrine Society Guideline

Rachael Beairsto

August 1, 2019

The Endocrine Society published a clinical practice guideline cosponsored by the American Diabetes Association and the European Society of Endocrinology regarding the primary prevention of ASCVD and T2D.

Medicine

FDA Commissioner Reaffirms Commitment to Lower Insulin Prices and Expand Access

Rachael Beairsto

April 3, 2019

Dr Gottlieb expressed that the FDA is committed to bringing competition to the insulin market to lower prices and expand patient access.

Medicine

AACE, ACE Publish 2019 Type 2 Diabetes Management Algorithm

Rachael Beairsto

March 1, 2019

The American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) and American College of Endocrinology (ACE) published an annual update to their joint algorithm for the management of type 2 diabetes (T2D). This guide incorporates evidence-based approaches to aid in choosing treatment courses for patients, based on underlying risk factors and personal preferences. With a focus on obesity,…

Policy

Endocrine Society Objects Changes to Title X Family Planning Program

Rachael Beairsto

February 28, 2019

The Endocrine Society has objected the US Department of Health & Human Services’ update to the Title X Family Planning Program.

Medicine

ADA Issues Position Statement on Comprehensive Care for Pediatric T2D

Rachael Beairsto

November 19, 2018

The American Diabetes Association issued a position statement outlining the recognition, management, and prevention of T2D in the pediatric population.

Medicine

Is BPA Safe? Endocrine Society Addresses FDA Position on Commercial BPA Use

Rachael Beairsto

October 31, 2018

The Endocrine Society has expressed concern regarding the FDA’s position on use of BPA in commercial products.

Clinicians reviewing updated cancer report.

Medicine

Updated ADA, EASD Consensus Guidelines for Managing Hyperglycemia in T2D

Rachael Beairsto

October 26, 2018

Recommendations in the report highlight the importance of patient-centered decision making for glycemic management and improving diet and exercise for patients with T2D.

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