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...
July 22, 2016
Nearly 1 in 3 Americans are at risk for developing kidney disease, but many are not aware. Kidney damage can go unnoticed for years until chronic symptoms arise. Typically, kidney disease and damage is caused by...
May 31, 2016
Clinical trials help researchers compare and contrast medications, which leads to better outcomes for patients across the country. The main objective of a researcher is to collect data to establish the effects of an...
May 19, 2016
Clinical trials are comprised of a series of phases, focused on comprehensively investigating an experimental treatment or medication’s side effects, effectiveness and safety. All medications or treatments must...
April 22, 2016
For those who are new the clinical trials, the process begins with verifying the individual eligibility and discussing the volunteer experience and establishing consent for participation. The Informed Consent form is...
March 2, 2016
Clinical researchers go to great lengths to understand how medications will impact segments of the greater population. Given the singularity of every patient’s genetic makeup and family background, it is important...
February 22, 2016
Clinical trials are a critical step between pharmaceutical development and distribution to the public. These important studies rely on participants in order to obtain drug safety and efficacy data.
All clinical...
January 28, 2016
Clinical trials exist to help treat and prevent illnesses and chronic medical conditions and offer researchers a deeper understanding of medication’s effect on the human body.
Different kinds of clinical trials...
January 4, 2016
Clinical studies rely on patient data; but before obtaining this information, study participants must first be clear on what they are signing up for. The United States Government takes personal health information very...
November 30, 2015
Americans spend a lot of money on medicine – nearly $375 Billion last year alone. Whether they’re refilling a prescription, keeping their medicine cabinet fully stocked with their favorite over-the-counter drugs, or...
