Achieving patient recruitment goals has always been one of the biggest challenges for sites and sponsors. One of the most powerful tools at your disposal is access to participants that are aware, engaged, and eager to take part in clinical trials. Although sites often have access to a pool of potential participants, outside resources are …
April is National Volunteer Month, a time to celebrate the incredible impact volunteers have on our communities. But did you know you can volunteer your time and make a difference in a way that advances medical science for everyone? Participating in a clinical research study is a powerful way to contribute to the future of …
The holiday season is a time of joy, giving, and reflection. While many are busy shopping for gifts and planning festive gatherings, there’s an opportunity to give a different kind of gift – the gift of hope through participation in clinical trials. This holiday season, consider the profound impact you can make by contributing to …
As the vibrant autumn leaves fall and temperatures drop, November not only marks the season of gratitude but also serves as a reminder to observe National Diabetes Month. This annual observance is a crucial time to deepen our understanding of diabetes, shed light on its various forms, and emphasize the importance of proactive awareness. Read …
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 …
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% …
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 …
Research studies help make advancements in the detection, treatment, and prevention of medical conditions possible. Currently, 349,708 research studies are covering all 50 states and 216 countries. While the global effort shows prevalence in available study options, none of these advancements are possible without volunteers participating. Imagine as a committed research volunteer being able to …
COVID-19 has put a damper on many things. Businesses have had to let people go because they cannot sustain revenues, and we are on the choppy ride of the second wave of the virus infection. Most schools are out for the summer, and many are left wondering when it will end, and what they can …
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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