Clinical trials are the backbone of medical progress. Every new drug, innovative therapy, and life-saving device starts with the dedication of research volunteers. By volunteering for a clinical trial, you’re not just potentially helping yourself, you’re playing a crucial role in shaping the future of healthcare for everyone. Why Clinical Trials Matter Clinical trials …
From October 12th to October 20th, people around the world will unite for Bone and Joint Health Action Week, an annual event dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of maintaining healthy bones and joints. This week serves as a reminder that our bone and joint health significantly impacts our overall well-being. Let’s dive into …
In recent years, the prevalence of diabetes has been steadily increasing worldwide. While various factors contribute to this alarming trend, one significant risk factor stands out: being overweight or obese. The relationship between weight and diabetes is undeniable, and understanding how excess weight can lead to diabetes is crucial. In this blog post, we will …
Obesity has become a global health crisis affecting individuals of all genders and age groups. While it affects both men and women, the impact of obesity on men is often overlooked. In this blog, we will delve into the specific consequences of obesity in men, shedding light on its physical, mental, and social implications. Defining …
We are celebrating April as National Minority Health Month is a crucial reminder to include varied diversity in advancing health. From medical research to treatments, the value of diversity in clinical trials is becoming increasingly evident. Learn more about its relevance in our blog! National Minority Health Month …
It can be challenging to sort through so much information about knee osteoarthritis and determine which activities are beneficial and which you should avoid. Luckily, our blog on the do’s and don’ts for knee osteoarthritis (OA) can help you sort it all out. Read more now! The Value of Physical Activity for Knee OA Avoiding …
Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a debilitating disease affecting the knee joint. The good news is that significant strides have been made in treating and managing the condition over the years. In this blog, we’ll provide a brief history of knee osteoarthritis research and discuss why it is still an important area of focus for researchers …
If you’re like most people, you probably take your knees for granted. They allow us to do some of the things we enjoy most in life and take us from point A-to-point-B every day. But what would you do if one day you woke up and couldn’t use them the way you once could? This …
It’s important to remember, that mental health is equally as important for Alzheimer’s disease patients as physical health. In this blog, we explore how Alzheimer’s and mental illness meet and how research continues to find more critical links. We often hear the term mental health mentioned loosely in conversation but may fail to remember what …
When discussing Alzheimer’s versus dementia, it’s important to note that they are not terms that should be used interchangeably. Learn more about what distinguishes the two and why knowing the difference is vital. Alzheimer’s and Dementia – How They’re Similar Yet Different To understand how Alzheimer’s and dementia overlap, we must first understand them individually. …
