With great pride, we announced on March 15 that for the first time in the history of the Clinical Research Center all of our research coordinators are certified by the Association for Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP). For us, this means all coordinators have the initials CCRC (Certified Clinical Research Coordinator) on our nameplates. But, what does the […]
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New studies aim to possibly slow, stop Alzheimer's progression
The Alzheimer’s Association estimates that 5.1 million Americans aged 65 and older are currently living with the disease, and it projects this number will increase to 7.1 million in 2025 and 13.8 million in 2050. New large scale clinical trials, however, may offer some hope. They involve studying treatments that have the potential to affect […]
Major strides in diabetes treatments last 15 years
By Julie Carrico Not so long ago, the mention of the word “diabetes” conjured up images of insulin and needles and endless finger pricks to check blood glucose levels. In those days, complications caused by type 2 diabetes – such as blindness, stroke, amputation, kidney failure, and coronary heart disease – were almost inevitable. The […]
The quest for a type 1 diabetes cure
Imagine how devastating it was to have your child diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in 1922 before there was any treatment. You knew your child was going to die. Then, a miracle happened that year. Canadian researchers discovered a treatment that saved your child’s life, insulin. Although not the same insulin used today, it was […]
Our dirty little secret
Admit it. This snappy title got your attention! It gets even better because the subject of this blog is money – the green stuff. I’m writing about this topic today because I’ve recently been asked a couple of times by prospective patients: “How much will it cost me to participate in the study?” If this […]
