Will I Need to Pay to Be in a Clinical Trial?Clinical trials can provide an opportunity for patients to receive the latest treatment, provide a new treatment option for those whose previous treatment didn’t work, and allow patients to be... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
10 Things You Should Know About Clinical TrialsEach year thousands of clinical trials occur. Learning about clinical trials can feel like you are learning a new language. The good news is that there are lots of resources... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Not Always a Placebo! Types of Clinical TrialsWhen many people think of clinical trials, they may think of testing a new experimental drug or taking a placebo pill. But, not all clinical trials involve treatment! Even among... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Is a Clinical Trial Right for Me? 5 Questions to Help you DecideMaking decisions can be tough, especially when they relate to your health! One decision you may face is whether or not participating in a clinical trial is right for you. There... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Clinical Trials as a Treatment OptionWhen you’re dealing with a major health issue or condition, it’s helpful to know that in addition to standard treatment, complementary or alternative medicine, clinical trials may provide another treatment... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Why Wasn't I Chosen for a Clinical Trial?In any clinical trial, participants must meet certain criteria to be eligible to participate. There are two commonly used terms when describing clinical trial eligibility, and those are “inclusion criteria”... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Lumps and Bumps of Diabetes: Understanding LipohypertrophyDo you manage your diabetes with insulin? If you answered “yes,” then I strongly encourage you to read the following article. The focus of this article is lipohypertrophy; as this word... By Meryl Krochmal - MS RD CSP CDCESBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Inhaled InsulinFor a number of people faced with type 2 diabetes, there may come a point in time when insulin therapytype 1 and type 2 diabetes. Afrezza is a rapid acting... By Meryl Krochmal - MS RD CSP CDCESBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How to Embrace the Power of the Clinical Trial on International Clinical Trials Day and BeyondWhen we pick up our prescriptions from the pharmacy, most of us do not think about where these drugs come from. Yet every pill or medical intervention – from cold... By Jeanne Hecht, MBA, PMPBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Bilirubin and Type 2 Diabetes: New Evidence for a Causal RelationshipBilirubin is a yellow pigment produced when red blood cells break down. It is known for causing jaundice, a condition in which the skin and eyes turn yellow because bilirubin... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Clinical Trial TerminologyThere are several terms that are commonly used when discussing clinical trials. Here are some that come up often:1,2Adverse event: an undesirable experience associated with the use of a medical... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Clinical Trial ParticipationEvery clinical trial is designed to look at a specific population, so each participant is required to have certain traits (eligibility criteria) in order to take part in the study.1,2... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Understanding Clinical TrialsA clinical trial1,2 is a research study that is conducted to determine whether a specific medical intervention, such as a treatment, device, procedure, or change in behavior is safe and... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
