December 21, 2016
5 Ways to Give Back to Your Community this Holiday Season
With so many errands to run and presents to track down, it can be easy to overlook the spirit of the holidays. It’s important to spread joy and show your...
December 14, 2016
What Causes Low Testosterone Levels?
One in every six American men experiences low testosterone levels. The condition is so common that Low-T (as it’s abbreviated) affects approximately 13-15% of all American men....
December 1, 2016
A Look Back at Modern Medicine: How Did We Get Where We Are Today?
Hundreds of years ago, herbs and plants were used as natural remedies for everything from headaches to mouthwash to poor digestion. Leaves, nuts, and...
November 21, 2016
What is kidney dialysis?
Kidneys are small fist-sized organs on either side of the abdomen that purify blood and help rid the body of waste. You might not be fully aware of the importance of your kidneys; but they play...
November 1, 2016
Clinical Research Toolbox
While Americans face unique health risks, thanks to modern clinical research and medical advancements, our overall life expectancy has increased in the past 100 years. Clinical trial...
October 21, 2016
Understanding the outlook for post-menopausal women
While menopause is a ubiquitous experience for women the world-over, the duration and intensity of the experience are as unique as the females themselves. Hormone...
October 3, 2016
Five Things You Didn't Know About Clinical Trials
Every year, researchers work with thousands of volunteers to collect new data about medications; and shortly thereafter, new treatments enter the marketplace in part,...
September 26, 2016
How Does The Body Metabolize Medication?
When the human body begins to metabolize a medication, different organs process the ingredients before they are finally released in the bloodstream. While the process may sound...
August 30, 2016
How do clinical trials help improve the future of medicine?
Clinical trials are an integral and essential part of the drug development process. Each and every week, researchers across the country work closely with...
August 19, 2016
What is Liver Disease?
The liver is the largest internal organ and the largest gland within the human body. It is approximately the size of a football and serves as important metabolic functions. The liver produces...
