Are Research Studies Right for Me?

Are research studies right for me? Learn more about the clinical trial process in our blog!

The U.S. Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, established in 1938, helped set the standard for research studies today, shaping how medications and treatments are evaluated and released. Since then, clinical trials have expanded to offer groundbreaking opportunities for medical advancements. However, there are still some misconceptions surrounding research studies. We’re here to run through the …

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Endometriosis Awareness Month: What You Should Know

Endometriosis Awareness Month. Find out what you should know in our latest blog.

March is a big month for women! Not only is it Women’s History Month, but it’s also Endometriosis Awareness Month. According to an article posted in the National Library of Medicine by Frontiers in Global Women’s Health, endometriosis affects 6.5 million women in the US  and over 190 million worldwide.  Although those numbers are staggering, there are a lot …

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Why Clinical Trial Diversity Is Important

Diversity in clinical research is crucial. Find out why in our blog.

Clinical trial diversity is important because, historically, minority populations have been underrepresented in clinical trial participation. There are several reasons why this has happened. These reasons include language barriers, lack of awareness and trust, and fear of cost and health insurance.  Recent trial data has revealed an alarming trend. African Americans make up around 5% …

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How Giving Back Can Improve Your Heart Health

Did you know that February is National Heart Month? It may be the season of love, but it’s also the season of all things heart health. Over the years, studies have supported an association between volunteering and lower blood pressure and stress levels. But how exactly does giving back improve your heart health? In today’s blog post, …

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5 Clinical Trial Myths Debunked

The misinformation surrounding clinical trials goes back decades and has a major impact on people’s willingness to volunteer. Many are hesitant to even consider a clinical trial because they don’t fully understand the process. Keep in mind, without clinical trials there would be no medical advancements and the medications we have available to us today would …

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Reasons to Participate in a Clinical Trial in 2023

One of the most rewarding parts of participating in a clinical trial is that you are helping to advance medicine. But did you know that there are other major benefits to becoming a participant? Here are our top 8 reasons to participate in a clinical trial in 2023. 1. Compensation May Be Available Many clinical …

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