The Endocrine Society Jun 15 2026 Problems in adulthood such as tobacco use disorder and some conditions related to the digestive system, heart, bladder, joints and brain, are all shown to be affected by some influences that occurred in childhood, according to research presented Saturday at ENDO 2026, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Chicago, Ill. This work greatly expands the number of adult health conditions that are linked to childhood influences. Later timing of menarche can act as