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Relationship between IGF-1 and Growth Hormone

There exists a unique relationship between IGF-1 and growth hormone with both a stimulatory and mediating effect. The growth hormone/IGF-1 axis involves the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and liver. Insulin growth factor 1 is a primary mediator of many GH functions. Take, for example, cell regeneration, a crucial job of the growth hormone feedback loop. IGF-1… Read More: Relationship between IGF-1 and Growth Hormone »

Senate confirms former marine James Gfrerer as Veterans Affairs CIO

The Senate confirmed James Gfrerer, a former marine and cybersecurity executive at Ernst & Young, to head the agency’s IT department — a position that has been without a permanent leader for the past two years. WHY IT MATTERS The assignment comes as the VA is in the throes of a $ 10 billion, 10-year… Read More: Senate confirms former marine James Gfrerer as Veterans Affairs CIO »