Our medics have been keeping an eye on the emerging situation. Read more
The Society of Endocrinology, RCP and NHSE/NHSI have confirmed the early release of their new NHS Emergency Steroid Card. Read more
We’re delighted to announce "Living with Addison's Disease – A Guide For People With Addison's, Supporters and Professionals", has been commended by the 2019 BMA Patient Information Awards. Read more
International Addison's Day 2020, our second international day of recognition focuses on 'Being Prepared'. We're asking everyone around the world who supports people with, or who have adrenal insufficiency of any type to join us in a day of raising awareness. Read more
In response to the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic, the European Journal of Endocrinology (EJE) editoral board has commissioned a new guidance series for the management of endocrine conditions during COVID-19. Included within this is clinical guidance for the management of Addison's disease and adrenal insufficiency. Here we take a look at this vital new guidance, so you can get a clearer view of what this means for you or your loved ones. Read more
We need gather data urgently about how well prepared our Addison's and Adrenal insufficiency communities are for illness or emergencies. Complete our very short survey today and be assured we will represent you. Read more
In our latest video, ADSHG Trustee and Professor of Endocrinology explains how to manage your medication should you get ill in the coming weeks. Read more
We're marking Women In Science day by highlighting our latest ADSHG Research Awards for 2020, and celebrating the work of one of our previous recipients Helen Loo. Read more
Although uncertainty continues about the timing and likelihood of Brexit taking place, it's worth being prepared for the possibility of the Britain leaving the EU when you have Addison's or Adrenal Insufficiency. Read more
We launched our new website, addisonsdisease.org.uk earlier this year. Since then you’ve been sharing your thoughts and ideas about how we can improve it. Read more
Our aim with this project was to reach as many paramedics and ambulance crews as possible, all over the country, with a seminar focusing on adrenal crisis and emergency management of Addison’s. Read more
Our new, ground-breaking, Top 75 best-selling book which marries evidence-based clinical best practice with the practical day-to-day hints & tips for living well with Addison's Disease. Read more
As part of our drive to raise awareness of Addison’s Disease, we’ve started a project which will culminate with an exhibition and book - Facing Addison’s. Our collaborator is award-winning photographer Lucy Sewill, best known for her perceptive portraits of major British celebrities. Read more
Over recent weeks, people have become increasingly alarmed about media stories of Brexit-related shortages of medicines. Read more
Last December, we conducted our largest membership survey, ever. Over 600 members shared their thoughts on how we are doing - and where we can improve. Read more
The Society for Endocrinology invited the Addison's Disease Self-Help Group to their annual meeting Glasgow on 19th-21st November 2018 to help raise awareness of adrenal insufficiency amongst clinicians. Read more
Our aim in attending was to raise awareness of Addison's Disease amongst the medical fraternity and to participate in related symposium discussions. Read more