In the fast-paced world of clinical research, time is of the essence. Every delay in patient recruitment pushes back timelines and increases costs. Our team understands this challenge and offers a solution: a dedicated, regularly maintained database of highly motivated research volunteers ready to be matched to your study. This isn’t just a list of …
The thyroid, a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the front of your neck, plays a surprisingly significant role in your overall health. It produces hormones, primarily thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), that regulate your metabolism – the process by which your body uses energy. These hormones influence a wide range of bodily functions, including: When …
Clinical research is like the engine that powers medical progress, leading to new treatments and better healthcare for everyone. While we often hear about those struggling with chronic conditions participating in studies, healthy volunteers are just as important. By joining research studies, healthy volunteers can help advance science and contribute to future medical breakthroughs. Let’s …
Clinical studies come in all shapes and sizes! From different conditions to varying phases, each study presents its own unique set of variables. Find out more on our blog! The Purpose Clinical Studies Serve Clinical studies are research studies conducted with human volunteers to investigate the effectiveness and safety of medical treatments, procedures, and drugs. …
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 …
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 …
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% …
Have you ever heard of the connection between Glaucoma and Diabetes? Glaucoma is the leading cause of vision loss worldwide, and those diagnosed with diabetes are twice as likely to develop glaucoma or diabetic retinopathy. Let’s take a closer look at the relationship between these two conditions. What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is a condition that …
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 …
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia. Dementia is a universal label that defines the symptoms of mental decline associated with Alzheimer’s and other brain conditions. Typically, there are three stages that Alzheimer’s disease slowly progresses through. These are early (mild), middle (moderate), and late (severe). Over 50 million people worldwide have Alzheimer’s …
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